As part of the ongoing review of the regulatory framework applicable to mandatory reserves, the National Bank of Angola ("BNA") has approved Instruction No. 02/2026, of 30 June 2026, introducing revised rules on the calculation, maintenance, and reporting of mandatory reserve requirements.

The new framework introduces significant changes to the previous regime, particularly regarding the calculation and maintenance of reserve requirements, the treatment of financial inclusion accounts, reporting procedures, and the sanctions applicable to non-compliance.

The Instrument came into force on the day following its publication and repealed BNA Instruction No. 06/24, of 12 June 2024.

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