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
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
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
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
Brent Oil Climbs to $65.46 on Iran Tensions, Strengthening Angola’s Export Benchmark The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil, the international benchmark used for Angola’s oil exports, closed higher on Monday on the London futures market. Contracts for March delivery rose by 2.49 percent to $65.46 per barrel, driven by growing concerns over potential supply disruptions from Iran. The upward movement reflects heightened investor anxiety about instability in Iran, one of the largest
Lobito Corridor Attracts Over $6 Billion as Global Investors Back Africa’s Critical Minerals Route International investor momentum behind the Lobito Corridor continues to strengthen, with global financial commitments to the strategic regional infrastructure project now exceeding USD 6 billion. Linking the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Angola, and Zambia to international markets via Angola’s Port of Lobito, the corridor is increasingly regarded as a cornerstone of Africa’s critical minerals supply chains and regional industrial integration.
Rising Oil Prices Boost Africa’s Leading Oil Producers Africa’s largest oil-producing countries are among the main beneficiaries of the recent increase in global oil prices, driven by heightened geopolitical tensions and escalating United States pressure on Iran. Countries such as Nigeria and Angola have recorded notable gains, particularly in their dollar-denominated sovereign debt. In recent trading sessions, debt securities issued by these oil-producing nations led market advances, reflecting improved investor sentiment. Angolan bonds maturing in
Endiama Targets Record Diamond Production in 2026 After achieving diamond production of more than 15 million carats in 2025, Endiama has set ambitious targets for 2026, forecasting national output to exceed 16 million carats. The projection was announced by Ganga Júnior, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Endiama, during a press conference held on Thursday to present the company’s 2025 performance results and its strategic objectives for the current year. According to Angop, the
Angola Highlights Mining Investment Opportunities at Mining Indaba 2026 The Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum, and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, will lead the Angolan delegation at the 32nd edition of the Mining Indaba, scheduled for February 9–12, 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa. According to a statement from the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum, and Gas (MIREMPET), the conference will adopt the theme “Together Stronger: Progress Through Partnerships”, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, investment attraction, and the future
Zambia’s Ambassador to Angola Tours Lobito Oil Refinery, Boosting Regional Energy and Trade Links His Excellency Rev. Dr. Elias Munshya, Zambia’s Ambassador to Angola, concluded an official working visit to Benguela Province with a technical tour of the Lobito Oil Refinery, a flagship energy infrastructure project within the Lobito Corridor framework. The visit took place on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, and marked the final engagement of the Ambassador’s programme in Benguela, which aimed to strengthen
