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ENDIAMA Showcases Sustainability and Governance During Kimberley Process Review Visit

ENDIAMA Highlights Sustainable Diamond Mining and Transparency During Kimberley Process Assessment in Angola Angola’s state-owned diamond company, ENDIAMA E.P., has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible diamond mining, transparency and sustainable development during a review visit by a delegation from the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS). The delegation, currently in Angola to evaluate the country’s implementation of rough diamond certification mechanisms, met with ENDIAMA’s Board of Directors on Monday as part of the official assessment process.

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Local Corporate News Energy Oil

Angola and DRC Deepen Energy Cooperation on Shared Offshore Hydrocarbon Resources

Angola and DRC Advance Joint Offshore Oil Development with New Cooperation Measures for Common Interest Area Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have continued to strengthen their energy partnership after technical experts from both countries met in Luanda on Tuesday and Wednesday to advance cooperation within the Area of Common Interest (ACI). According to Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, the meeting focused on reviewing the implementation of the legal framework

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Local Gas News Oil

Angola Reaffirms Commitment to Private Investment in Oil and Gas Sector

Angola Keeps Oil and Gas Sector Open to Private Investment to Drive Growth and Exploration Angola has reaffirmed its commitment to attracting private investment into its oil and gas industry, underscoring the critical role of the private sector in sustaining production, expanding exploration, and supporting the country’s long-term energy ambitions. Speaking during a meeting with industry stakeholders, Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas Diamantino Azevedo said Angola remains open to both domestic and international

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Local Corporate News Oil

Galp Returns to Angola’s Oil Exploration Sector with New Investment Plans

Portuguese Energy Company Galp Returns to Angola Oil Exploration as Sonangol Partnership Strengthens Portuguese energy company Galp is preparing to return to oil exploration activities in Angola, marking a renewed interest in one of Africa’s most important oil-producing markets. The company is planning new investments in Angola’s upstream oil and gas sector through renewed cooperation with Sonangol, Angola’s state-owned oil company. The move reflects growing confidence in the country’s petroleum industry and its long-term exploration

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Local Economy News

Vietnamese Investor Plans Major Projects in Angola to Create 50,000 Jobs

Vietnamese Tycoon Announces Multi-Sector Investments Across Six Angolan Provinces to Create 50,000 Jobs A Vietnamese business leader is planning major investments across six provinces in Angola, with projects expected to create up to 50,000 jobs and support economic development in key sectors. The investment programme is focused on expanding economic activity beyond Angola’s traditional oil sector by supporting agriculture, infrastructure, industry and other areas with potential to drive employment and local production. The planned projects

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Local Corporate News Energy

Trafigura Withdraws from Angola’s $2 Billion Power Project Amid Development Challenges

Trafigura Exits Angola’s $2 Billion Power Plant Project, Raising Questions Over Energy Expansion Plans Global commodities company Trafigura has withdrawn from a planned US$2 billion power project in Angola, creating uncertainty around one of the country’s major energy infrastructure developments. The project, which was expected to support Angola’s electricity generation capacity and strengthen industrial growth, was part of broader efforts to expand the country’s energy infrastructure and improve power supply reliability. Trafigura’s decision to step

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Local News Oil

Angola’s Oil Industry Rebounds in 2026 as Deepwater Investment Drives Production Revival

Angola Oil Sector Gains New Momentum in 2026 as Deepwater Projects Attract Billions in Investment Angola’s oil industry is entering a new phase of recovery in 2026, supported by renewed investment in offshore projects, increased exploration activity and stronger confidence from international oil companies. After several years of declining production caused by maturing fields and limited new developments, Angola’s deepwater sector is regaining momentum. Major oil producers are extending their commitments in the country, while

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Gas Local News

Angola LNG Plant Begins 32-Day Maintenance Shutdown as Gas Production Temporarily Falls

Angola LNG has temporarily halted operations at its Soyo facility for a 32-day maintenance programme, reducing LNG production while ensuring long-term reliability of the gas plant Angola LNG has temporarily suspended operations at its liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant in Soyo, Zaire Province, to carry out scheduled maintenance work aimed at improving the reliability, safety and efficiency of its facilities. The maintenance programme is part of a planned intervention involving the Angola LNG plant, the

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Local Economy News

Angola Adds Chinese Yuan to Approved Foreign Currency Reserves

Angola Approves Chinese Yuan for Foreign Currency Reserves as Ties with China Deepen Angola’s central bank has authorised commercial banks to use the Chinese yuan as part of their foreign currency reserve requirements, marking a further step in strengthening financial and economic relations between Angola and China. The decision allows banks operating in Angola to hold yuan, alongside other approved currencies, to meet mandatory foreign exchange reserve obligations. The move is expected to support liquidity

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Local Energy News

Angola Approves 30-Year Electricity Corridor to Supply Power to DRC

Angola Grants Somagec 30-Year Power Transmission Deal to Export Electricity to DR Congo Angola has granted Somagec Energy Holding Limited (SEHL) a 30-year concession to develop and operate an electricity transmission system that will enable power exports to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The project, known as the Northern Corridor, will also strengthen electricity supply to Angola’s Cabinda Province. The concession was awarded under a Build, Own, Operate and Transfer (BOOT) model, allowing Somagec

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