Onshore oil exploration in the Cabinda Norte block is set to begin in 2025, according to Idonio dos Santos, administrator for ACREP – Exportacao Petrolifero S.A. Speaking to the press after a project presentation ceremony in Cacongo, Cabinda, dos Santos confirmed that all bureaucratic hurdles for the project have been cleared, including the opening of roads and the construction of a shipyard. The next phase of the project will involve research aimed at assessing and
Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum, and Gas, Diamantino Pedro Azevedo, has been named “African Minister of the Year 2024” by Leadership Magazine, a UK-based publication. According to sources from Jornal Economia & Finanças in the editorial office of Leadership Magazine, the official announcement is expected in the coming hours or within a few days. Minister Azevedo won the “African Government Minister of the Year 2024” category, competing against ministers from Nigeria, Rwanda, and Djibouti.
In November, Angola produced over 33.8 million barrels of oil, averaging approximately 1.1 million barrels per day, according to the National Agency for Oil, Gas, and Biofuels (ANPG). The official monthly report on oil production, accessed by VerAngola, revealed that the country achieved a total of 33,841,872 barrels during the month. “Angola’s oil production for November was 33,841,872 barrels, which corresponds to a daily average of 1,128,062 barrels per day (BOPD), surpassing the projected 1,073,910
Angolan President João Lourenço visited South Africa last week to strengthen economic ties and explore strategic partnerships between the two nations. The visit aimed to enhance bilateral trade and investment, focusing on key sectors such as energy, mining, infrastructure, and logistics. Discussions centered on maximizing the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement, advancing mineral beneficiation strategies, and leveraging Angola’s Lobito Trans-Africa Corridor as a model for regional integration. Both countries also explored cross-border
The National Agency for Oil, Gas, and Biofuels (ANPG) has announced that the Agogo Full Field (Block 15/06), CLOV (Block 17), Begonia (Block 17/06), Greater Infills, Plutonium (Block 18), and KARI (Block 32) projects will begin production in 2025. These are among the key assets to help maintain oil production above one million barrels per day until 2027, as outlined in the ANPG’s report presented at the X Consultative Council of the Ministry of Mineral
The importance of the Lobito Corridor in fostering inclusive and sustainable economic development in the region was recently highlighted by the EU-Angola Dialogues team, which visited Benguela. According to a press release sent to Jornal de Angola, the Lobito Corridor is part of the European Union’s Global “Gateway” strategy and is a central element in its cooperation with Africa, contributing to regional economic growth and integration. The project, the statement explains, involves the development and
The Sociedade Mineira de Catoca emerged as the top winner in the “Mining Operator of the Year in the Diamond Industry” category at the inaugural Angola Mining Awards held in Luanda on Friday. The event, which aimed to recognize the standout players in the mining industry over the past year, celebrated various achievements across multiple sectors. Pedra Rubra won the “Marketing and Jewelry” category, while the “Cutting” category was claimed by the Kassinga Project in
Sonangol E.P. has implemented a series of key initiatives between 2019 and 2024 to address declining production, the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and improve operational efficiency. Key milestones include the development of a strategy to mitigate production declines, restoring water injection systems, restarting production in Block 3/05A, and achieving a 30% production increase in Block 3/05 in 2023, equating to 6,000 barrels per day. According to a report seen by Jornal de Angola, by
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
Angola is gearing up for a transformative year in 2025, marked by key developments in oil, natural gas, and renewable energy. With a strong focus on maintaining crude production above one million barrels per day (bpd) and diversifying its energy mix, the country is advancing projects in green hydrogen, solar energy, and natural gas. Angola’s next international oil and gas tender is slated for the first quarter of 2025. As part of the six-year licensing
