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Afreximbank Secures US$1.75bn Syndicated Facility to Support Sonangol and Angola’s Oil Exports

Afreximbank Secures US$1.75bn Syndicated Facility to Support Sonangol and Angola’s Oil Exports The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has successfully closed a US$1.75 billion syndicated receivables purchase facility for Sonangol, Angola’s national oil company, in a transaction expected to significantly strengthen the country’s energy sector and export capacity. The facility, arranged in collaboration with other mandated lead arrangers, will support Sonangol’s operating and capital expenditure requirements. It also advances Afreximbank’s mandate to promote African-led financing solutions

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Local Gas News

Angola Moves to Rebalance Gas Strategy Beyond Oil-Linked Supply

Angola Accelerates Non-Associated Gas Development to Boost LNG Exports and Domestic Energy Demand Angola is accelerating a strategic shift in its gas sector, moving beyond reliance on associated gas reinjection toward non-associated gas development, LNG optimization, expanded midstream infrastructure, and rising domestic demand. The transition marks a critical inflection point in the country’s long-term energy strategy as declining oil output heightens the need to maximize gas monetization. For much of its post-independence history, Angola treated

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Local News Transport and Logistics

Angola Launches Luena–Saurimo Railway Branch to Strengthen Eastern Connectivity

Angola Begins Construction of Luena–Saurimo Railway Linking Moxico and Lunda-Sul Angola’s Ministry of Transport has officially launched construction of the Luena–Saurimo Railway Branch, marking a major milestone in the expansion and modernisation of the country’s national rail network. The ceremony included the laying of the first stone and the signing of the consignment notice for the project, which will directly connect the provinces of Moxico and Lunda-Sul. The project has been awarded to a consortium

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Corporate News Local Oil

Chevron and Angola Bring N’dola Sul Online in Major Block 0 Milestone

N’dola Sul Start-Up Boosts Angola’s Oil Output as Government and Chevron Extend Life of Block 0 The start-up of the N’dola Sul oil project in Block 0 has been hailed as a major milestone for Angola’s oil industry, strengthening national production capacity and extending the life of one of the country’s most historic offshore assets. Speaking at the ceremony marking the start of production, the Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, underscored

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Diamonds Local News

GIA Explores Certification Partnership for Angolan Diamonds

GIA Eyes Certification of Angolan Diamonds as U.S. Interest in Angola’s Diamond Sector Grows Angola’s diamond industry is attracting growing interest from the United States, with the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) signalling its intention to collaborate on the certification of diamonds produced in the country. The initiative could strengthen Angola’s position in the global diamond market while supporting local economic development. During a visit to diamond sector infrastructure in Lunda Sul Province, a GIA

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Local Economy News Oil

India Deepens Shift Away from Russian Oil with Increased Crude Purchases from Angola

Indian Oil Buys Angolan Crude as India Accelerates Move Away from Russian Oil Supplies India’s largest refiner, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), has purchased about two million barrels of crude oil for March delivery as it accelerates a strategic shift away from Russian supplies and deepens sourcing from Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The purchases underscore Angola’s growing importance in India’s crude import mix, helping New Delhi reduce its reliance on Russian oil amid

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Local Economy News

Angola Opens First Operational Vehicle Assembly Plant in Drive to Revive Manufacturing

Angola Launches First Vehicle Assembly Plant as Opaia Group Moves to Cut Import Dependence Angola has taken a significant step towards rebuilding its industrial base with the opening of its first fully operational vehicle assembly plant, signalling renewed efforts to reduce the country’s heavy reliance on imported cars and buses. The facility, officially launched in Luanda by the privately owned Opaia Group, marks the return of vehicle production to the oil-rich southern African nation after

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Diamonds Economy Local News

Angola’s Polished Diamond Exports Surge in 2025 Despite Global Price Pressures

Angola Polished Diamond Exports More Than Double in 2025 as Volumes and Revenues Rise Angola’s polished diamond exports more than doubled in 2025, recording strong growth in both volumes and total export value despite a decline in average prices, according to a statement released by the country’s national diamond trading company, Sodiam, on January 26. Sodiam reported that between January 1 and December 31, 2025, Angola exported 23,300 carats of polished diamonds at an average

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Local Governance News

Zambia’s Ambassador Attends Angola Diplomatic New Year Ceremony, Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Zambia Ambassador in Angola Attends Diplomatic New Year Ceremony, Boosts Regional Cooperation Zambia’s Ambassador to the Republic of Angola, His Excellency Reverend Dr. Elias Munshya, attended the New Year Greetings Ceremony of the Diplomatic Corps hosted by Angolan President João Lourenço in Luanda. The ceremony, held at the Protocol Complex of the Angolan Presidency, brought together members of the diplomatic community accredited to Angola. During the event, President Lourenço reaffirmed Angola’s commitment to peace, regional

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Local Corporate News Mining Projects

Pensana Advances Longonjo with 7 000 m Infill Drilling Programme

Pensana Launches 7 000 m Infill Drill Programme at Longonjo Rare Earths Project in Angola London-listed Pensana has commenced preparations for a 7 000 m infill drilling programme at its Longonjo rare earths project in Angola, marking another step toward mine development. The drilling programme is designed to deliver detailed geological and grade control data ahead of the planned start of mining and stockpiling or blending activities in early 2027. It will run in parallel

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