The Angolan Monetary Unit (AMU) is the official currency of Angola, but there are various synonyms for the term. One commonly used synonym is the kwanza, which is the main unit of currency in Angola. Other synonyms include the Angolan Kwanza (AKZ), and the Angolan new kwanza (AON), which was introduced after the revaluation of the previous currency, the kwanza reajustado (AOR) in 1995. The AMU plays a crucial role in Angola's economy, with the country's oil and diamond exports generating significant revenue. Despite its importance, the value of the AMU has fluctuated in recent years, with inflation and economic instability impacting its worth.