Luau Solar Park Strengthens Angola’s Energy Future and Lobito Corridor Development

Angola Inaugurates Luau Solar Park to Boost Clean Energy, Rural Electrification, and Lobito Corridor Growth The Angolan government has described the newly inaugurated Luau Photovoltaic Solar Park as a strategic asset for both national electrification and the development of the Lobito Corridor, emphasizing its role in driving progress, inclusion, and sustainable growth. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Minister of Energy and Water João Baptista Borges highlighted the significance of the project, calling it a transformative

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Angola Accelerates Renewable Energy Transition with Luau Solar Park

Angola Expands Clean Energy Mix with Luau Solar Park, Powering 20,000+ Homes The MCA Group has praised the Angolan government’s strategy of investing in renewable and environmentally friendly energy, highlighting that ongoing and completed projects demonstrate a clear commitment to a sustainable energy transition. Elisabete Alves, Chair of MCA Angola, described the approach as forward-looking and effective, noting that the government is developing a balanced energy mix by maximizing the country’s hydroelectric and solar potential.

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Angola Expands Solar Power Programme, Cuts Fuel Costs and Boosts Energy Access

Angola Saves 200 Billion Kwanzas Annually as Solar Projects Replace Diesel Power Plants Angola is significantly reducing energy costs and fuel consumption through the expansion of solar power projects, with annual savings estimated at around 200 billion kwanzas, according to PRODEL. José Salles, Director of Projects at PRODEL, said the transition from diesel-fired thermal plants to photovoltaic (solar) facilities is delivering substantial economic and environmental benefits. He noted that the shift is cutting fuel consumption

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Zambia Signs $246 Million Solar Investment Deal to Expand Nambala Power Project

Zambia Secures $246M Solar Investment as Nambala Project Expansion Targets 350MW Capacity The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and Sunshare Energy Limited (SEL) have signed a $246 million Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (IPPA) to expand the Nambala Solar Power Plant in Mumbwa, in a move aimed at accelerating Zambia’s renewable energy development. The agreement supports Phase II of the project, which will add 250 megawatts (MW) to the existing facility. This follows Phase I a

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Angola and Zambia Reaffirm Security and Economic Cooperation at Joint Defence and Security Meeting

Angola, Zambia Strengthen Defence and Trade Cooperation, Advance Lobito Corridor and Border Infrastructure Plans The Republic of Angola has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Zambia, with a focus on regional stability, good neighbourliness, and expanded strategic cooperation. The position was outlined during the official opening of the Ministerial Meeting of the 34th Angola–Zambia Joint Permanent Commission on Defence and Security held in Luanda. Angola’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Téte António, said Angola’s

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

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

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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Angola Inaugurates Luau Solar Park to Expand Rural Electrification in Moxico

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

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

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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