50 Kwacha
Zambia · Bank of Zambia
The brown 50 Kwacha note (145 x 70 mm) is one of Zambia's higher-value circulation banknotes. The fig tree (genus Ficus) on the obverse is ecologically significant in Zambia as a keystone species supporting diverse wildlife. The leopard on the reverse — the most secretive of Africa's big cats — represents the wild natural heritage of Zambia's national parks. The Bank of Zambia headquarters building appears alongside the Freedom Statue, linking financial governance with national independence. The 2022 reprint updates security features while retaining the established design.
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ReasonIssued as a security-updated reprint of the 50 Kwacha denomination, highlighting Zambia's wildlife and central banking institution.
DesignObverse: National coat of arms, fig tree, peace dove, fish eagle on branch. Reverse: Leopard, Bank of Zambia building, Freedom Statue in Lusaka.
Security features5 mm windowed security thread with demetallized 'BOZ 50'; fish eagle watermark with electrotype '50' and eagle; intaglio raised printing on obverse.
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