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Angola and U.S. Forge Partnership to Boost Trade and Investment

Angola’s Ministry of Commerce and the U.S. Department of Commerce have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the U.S.-Angola Commercial and Investment Partnership (CIP). This landmark agreement seeks to foster private sector collaboration and identify opportunities in agricultural technology, infrastructure, and other key sectors. “Through the CIP, the Department and Ministry plan to engage with private sector stakeholders to promote equitable, private sector-led economic growth,” stated the U.S. Department of Commerce. The agreement

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Local Economy News Oil

Angola to Focus on Stabilizing Oil Production Amid Challenges

Angola is intensifying efforts to address imbalances in oil production, a challenge the country is progressively overcoming, according to Diamantino Azevedo, Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas. Speaking at the 10th Advisory Council Meeting of the Ministry, held under the theme “Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas: Challenges and Solutions,” the minister emphasized ongoing strategies to stabilize oil production above one million barrels per day. Minister Azevedo underscored the ministry’s focus on increasing the replacement

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Corporate News Diamonds Economy Local

Endiama Targets Increased Diamond Production Despite Challenges

Endiama, Angola’s state-owned diamond company, has projected a production target of 15.1 million carats of diamonds for 2025, surpassing the 14.6 million carats forecasted for 2024. These projections were announced during the 10th Advisory Council meeting of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas, held under the theme: “Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas: Challenges and Solutions.” In the past year, Endiama focused on optimizing production processes and enhancing geological and mining research, especially in

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Transport and Logistics Economy Local News

The Strategic Role of the Lobito Corridor in Angola’s Economic Growth

The revitalization of the Lobito Corridor, spearheaded by the Angolan government, represents a crucial step in reducing raw material costs and bolstering the industrial sector. This was emphasized on Monday in Benguela by Carlos Leiria, President of the Industrial Association of Angola (AIA) in the region. Leiria highlighted the economic advantages of utilizing this logistical hub, which includes the Lobito Port, the Benguela Railway (CFB), and road connections. He noted that optimizing the Corridor could

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Diamonds Economy Local News

Sociedade Mineira do Luele Produces Over 4 Million Carats in First Year

Sociedade Mineira do Luele has achieved an impressive milestone, producing over 4.4 million carats of diamonds during its inaugural year of operations. This achievement was announced by Romulo Mucase, Chairman of the Board of Directors (PCA), during a speech on Saturday marking the mine’s first anniversary. The facility was officially inaugurated by President João Lourenço in November last year. According to a statement from Endiama, shared by VerAngola, Mucase praised the team’s efforts in overcoming

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Local Economy News

Portugal-Angola Trade Declines as Angola Drops in Portugal’s Export Rankings

From January to September 2024, Portugal’s exports to Angola totaled €753.1 million, a decrease of €229.6 million compared to the same period in 2023, reflecting a 23.4% decline. As a result, Angola has fallen four places in Portugal’s export rankings, now positioned as the 13th largest destination for Portuguese goods, down from 9th place since 2019. Despite this, Portugal remains Angola’s second-largest supplier, after China. These figures are part of the Barometer of Managers in

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International Economy Oil

Ghana Boosts Crude Oil Production by 10.7% in First Half of 2024

Ghana’s crude oil production saw a significant 10.7% increase in the first half of 2024, marking a recovery from the 13.2% decline recorded the previous year. This update was shared by Constantine Kudzedzi, Chairman of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), during the presentation of the 2024 Semi-Annual Report on Petroleum Revenue Management and Usage. According to Kudzedzi, the SGN field contributed 20% of Ghana’s total oil production, while the Jubilee and TEN fields

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Diamonds Corporate News Economy Local

Angola Prioritizes National Interests Amid Talks with Alrosa on Catoca Diamond Mine

Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, stated on Wednesday last week that the government is in ongoing discussions with Russian diamond company Alrosa, a 41% shareholder in the Catoca diamond mine. He emphasized Angola’s commitment to protecting national interests during these negotiations. Speaking at the 2nd International Diamond Conference in Saurimo, Azevedo explained, “Our focus is on Angola’s interests, and we have conveyed these priorities to Alrosa.” Alrosa, facing sanctions due

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Angola Earns $8.1 Billion from Oil Exports in Third Quarter Despite Price Declines

Angola generated approximately $8.1 billion from exporting 102.1 million barrels of oil in the third quarter of this year, the government announced last week. Alexandre Garrett, director of the Planning and Statistics Office of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas, reported a 5.42% rise in export volume from the previous quarter and a 2.01% increase compared to the same period in 2023. “Although export volumes rose, this increase was not reflected in price

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Diamonds Economy Local

Angola’s Diamond Sector Faces Market Challenges Amid Production Growth

Angola’s diamond sector is grappling with a severe commercialization crisis, despite maintaining robust production levels, according to José Ganga Júnior, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Endiama, Angola’s state-owned diamond company. Ganga Júnior revealed that over three million carats of diamonds are currently in reserve, awaiting more favorable market conditions. Speaking during a press event on the sidelines of a workshop leading up to the 2nd International Diamond Conference of Angola, scheduled for October

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