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New Study Reveals Deep Mantle Origins of the World’s Rarest Diamonds

5, May, 20265, May, 2026

Scientists Trace Origin of Rare CLIPPIR Diamonds to Iron-Rich Mantle Zones Deep Beneath Earth’s Surface The formation of the world’s rarest and most valuable gem-quality diamonds known as CLIPPIR diamonds (Cullinan-like, large, inclusion-poor, pure, irregular and resorbed) has long puzzled scientists. A new study led by University of Cape Town (UCT) now provides critical insights into their origin deep within the Earth’s mantle. Conducted by the Kimberlite Research Group (KRG) in the Department of Geological

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Pertamina Explores Upstream Oil and Gas Opportunities in Angola Amid Expanding African Strategy

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Indonesia’s Pertamina Eyes Angola Oil and Gas Investment as Domestic Reserves Near Decline A senior delegation from Indonesia’s state-owned oil company, PT Pertamina, has met with Angola’s National Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Agency (ANPG) in Luanda to explore potential upstream oil and gas investment opportunities in the country. The discussions focused on possible entry into Angola’s exploration and production sector, as Pertamina seeks to secure new international reserves amid long-term concerns over declining domestic output.

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Local News Renewable Energy

Angola Inaugurates Luau Solar Park to Expand Rural Electrification in Moxico

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Angola Launches 31.85MW Luau Solar Park to Power 20,000 Homes and Expand National Electrification Angola’s President João Lourenço has inaugurated the Luau Photovoltaic Solar Park in Moxico Province, a major renewable energy project aimed at expanding electricity access in eastern Angola. The facility features 54,912 solar panels and is expected to supply power to more than 20,500 households, benefiting around 94,000 people. It has an installed capacity of 31.85 megawatts and 79 megawatt-hours of battery

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Botswana Eyes Partnership in Angola’s Lobito Refinery as Regional Energy Cooperation Deepens

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Botswana in Talks to Join Angola’s $6.2B Lobito Refinery Project to Boost African Fuel Production Capacity Botswana is exploring a potential partnership with Angola to participate in the Lobito Refinery project in Benguela Province, signaling growing regional interest in one of Southern Africa’s largest energy infrastructure developments. Botswana’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Bogolo Kenewendo, said the refinery is not only important for Angola but also for the wider region and the African continent.

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Angola Inaugurates New Diamond Processing Plant in Lunda Norte to Boost Output

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Angola Opens $9M Diamond Processing Plant in Lunda Norte, Increasing Capacity by 140% The Governor of Lunda Norte, Filomena Miza, has inaugurated a new Recovery and Processing Plant (CRP) at the Chitotolo Mining Company, marking a significant investment in Angola’s diamond sector. The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, Diamantino Pedro Azevedo, alongside other government and industry officials. Production boost and job creation Miza said the new plant is

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Angola Extends Bid Deadline for Namibe Corridor Concession

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Angola Extends Namibe Corridor Tender Deadline to June 4 to Boost Competition and Proposal Quality Angola’s Ministry of Transport has extended the deadline for submitting proposals for the concession to operate, manage, and maintain the Namibe Corridor, moving it from May 4 to June 4. According to a government statement, the decision follows requests from bidders who said the original deadline did not provide sufficient time to prepare comprehensive and well-structured proposals, given the scale

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Local News Transport and Logistics

Zambia to Begin Construction of Lobito Corridor Railway Link in 2026

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Zambia to Launch Lobito Corridor Rail Construction in 2026 to Boost Copper and Cobalt Exports Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has confirmed that construction of a key railway link connecting the country’s mining regions to Angola’s Port of Lobito will begin later this year, marking significant progress on the Lobito Corridor project. Speaking on the sidelines of a conference after a meeting with the African Finance Corporation the project’s main promoter Hichilema acknowledged delays but said

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Angola Eyes Extension of Lobito Corridor to Tanzania to Boost Regional Trade

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Angola Plans Lobito Corridor Expansion to Dar es Salaam to Strengthen Africa Trade Routes and Supply Chains Angola is considering extending the Lobito Corridor to Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, a move aimed at strengthening regional integration and creating a more efficient trade route linking the Atlantic and Indian Ocean coasts. Speaking at the “Radar Africa – The Paths of Angola” conference in Lisbon, Minister of State for Economic Coordination José de Lima Massano said

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International News Renewable Energy

Namibia Courts Chinese Investment to Accelerate Green Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Growth

4, May, 20264, May, 2026

Namibia Seeks Chinese Investment in Green Hydrogen, Renewable Energy and Mineral Beneficiation Drive Namibia is stepping up efforts to attract Chinese investment into its growing green hydrogen and renewable energy sector, positioning its abundant solar and wind resources as a foundation for future industrial development. During an official visit to China, Minister of International Relations and Trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi emphasised that a stable and diversified energy mix will be essential for long-term economic growth. She

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