KOGUJA Banknotes Catalog

50 kwacha 2004 — Malawi ( Pick: 49 )

Region: Africa
Front side
50 kwacha Malawi 2004 — Front side
Back side
50 kwacha Malawi 2004 — Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 50 kwacha issued in Malawi in 2004. It is cataloged under Pick number 49.

The note features multicolour designs and measures 144 x 72 mm. It is printed on paper by Giesecke+Devrient in Leipzig, Germany. The note is signed by Elias E. Ngalande Banda, who served as Governor from 2000 to 2005.

The 50 kwacha banknote was part of Malawi's currency circulation, which was characterized by multicolour designs during this period.

Specifications

Signed by
Elias E. Ngalande Banda, Governor (2000-2005)
Date of issue
6 July 2004
Printing office
Giesecke+Devrient, Leipzig, Germany
Paper
Paper
Colour
Multicolour
Dimensions
144 x 72 mm
Pick catalog
49

About this banknote

The Reserve Bank of Malawi issued the 50 kwacha note in 2004 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Malawi's independence. The note was part of a series printed by Giesecke+Devrient in Leipzig, Germany. This series was introduced to celebrate significant national milestones and featured updated security elements to prevent counterfeiting.

The front of the note features the Independence Arch in Lilongwe, symbolizing national pride. The back depicts the University of Malawi in Zomba and the Mangochi Bridge, emphasizing architectural and educational landmarks. This banknote, designated as Pick 49, measures 144 x 72 mm and was signed by Governor Elias E. Ngalande Banda.

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