BNA reference rate, compared with the commercial-bank average
BNA reference rate against the commercial-bank average
Banco Nacional de Angola is the central bank of the Republic of Angola. Created in 1926 as Banco de Angola and carrying its present name since 1976, it is responsible for monetary policy, for issuing the Kwanza, for banking services to the State and for managing the country’s official reserves.
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The Banco Nacional de Angola (BNA) has issued new guidelines requiring financial institutions to publish annual sustainability reports. These reports must detail governance structures, ESG strategies, and metrics such as gender parity in leadership roles and socio-environmental credit evaluations. The directive aims to align Angola's financial sector with global sustainability standards.
The National Bank of Angola (BNA) announced an 11% year-on-year increase in credit to the economy, reaching 9.2 trillion Kz in August 2026. Private sector credit grew by 8.2%, while public sector credit expanded by 21.8%. The manufacturing and agriculture sectors saw significant increases in financing, driven by BNA's policies to boost the real economy.
BNA Governor Manuel Tiago Dias emphasized the need for a robust banking sector to improve financial intermediation and support Angola's economic growth. He called for strengthened operational capacity to meet the financing needs of businesses and households.
The National Bank of Angola (BNA) has reduced its benchmark interest rate from 15.75% to 14.75%, citing a downward trend in inflation and positive short- to medium-term projections. Other rates, including the liquidity lending and absorption rates, were also lowered. The banking sector's consolidated assets are valued at 28 trillion Kz.
The National Bank of Angola (BNA) identified nine entities offering unauthorized credit services via digital platforms. These entities violate financial regulations, posing risks to consumers. BNA urges caution and adherence to authorized institutions.
The Capital Markets Commission (CMC) has approved the issuance of up to 7.5 billion Kz in sustainable bonds by Banco Angolano de Investimentos (BAI). Proceeds will fund projects with positive environmental and social impacts. The bonds will be available for public subscription and may be traded on the stock market.
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