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Lucapa Reports 9% Increase in Lulo Diamond Resource for Seventh Consecutive Year

ASX-listed Lucapa Diamond Company has announced a 9% increase in the Joint Ore Reserve Committee (JORC)-compliant inferred alluvial diamond resource at its Lulo concession in Angola, adding 249,000 carats to the total. This marks the seventh consecutive year of resource growth at the Lulo project, reinforcing its long-term production potential. Additionally, the total diluted gravel volume available for mining has risen by 15% to 5.8 million cubic metres, supporting a production horizon of at least

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Local News Oil

Angola Signs New Onshore Oil Contracts to Boost Medium-Term Production

The National Oil, Gas and Biofuels Agency (ANPG) has signed two new contracts with three companies to share onshore oil production in Blocks CON 3 and KON 15, located in Angola’s Lower Congo and Kwanza Basins, respectively. The agreements, signed on Monday, involve Walcot, which will operate Block CON 3, and a consortium of Sonangol and Afentra, which will jointly operate Block KON 15. The ceremony was attended by Alcides Andrade, Executive Director of ANPG;

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Local Economy News

Angola’s Exports to China Drop 16.4% Amid Wider Lusophone Trade Decline

Angola’s exports to China fell by 16.4% to USD 2.37 billion in the first two months of 2025, according to data from China’s Customs Services, as cited by Lusa. Despite the decline, Angola remains China’s second-largest trading partner among Portuguese-speaking countries. The overall exports from Portuguese-speaking countries to China dropped by 30.7% during the same period compared to the first two months of 2024. According to figures compiled by the Forum for Economic and Trade

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Local Gas News Oil

Africa Energy Bank Gains Momentum with Key Contributions from Nigeria, Angola, and Ghana

Nigeria, Angola, and Ghana have successfully fulfilled their capital commitments to establish the Africa Energy Bank (AEB), a financial institution aimed at bridging the funding gap in Africa’s oil and gas sector. This achievement represents 44% of the total funding required from the African Petroleum Producers Organisation (APPO) members to initiate the bank’s operations. Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary General of APPO, made the announcement at the recent Congo Energy & Investment Forum. With an

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Local Mining Projects News

Angola’s Longonjo Mine Set to Supply 2.5% of Global Rare Earth Demand

Production at Angola’s Longonjo mine, slated to begin in 2027, is projected to meet 2.5% of global rare earth demand, according to Alcídio José, Chairman of Ozango Minerais, the company overseeing the project. The mine, located in Longonjo, approximately 70 km from Huambo, is part of a strategic initiative that includes shareholders like the British company Pensana and the Angolan Sovereign Fund. The Longonjo mine will play a crucial role in the energy transition, producing

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Transport and Logistics Local News

Angola Launches Port Terminal Tenders to Boost Maritime Trade and Connectivity

The Angolan government has opened tenders for the concession of maritime passenger and cargo terminals at the ports of Cabinda and Soyo, in a strategic move to enhance regional logistics and stimulate economic growth. The 20-year concession contracts will cover the management, operation, and maintenance of the two terminals, with the goal of strengthening coastal shipping (cabotage), improving transport efficiency, and creating employment opportunities. Positioned as vital gateways for maritime and river trade in northern

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Local Gas News

Angola Accelerates Gas-to-Power Initiatives to Strengthen Energy Security and Domestic Capacity

Angola is intensifying its efforts to integrate natural gas into its energy mix, targeting a 25% share to reduce reliance on diesel and improve energy security. While significant developments in the gas sector are expanding domestic supply, challenges such as infrastructure gaps, regulatory hurdles, and investment constraints need to be addressed for the country to fully realize its gas-to-power potential. A key part of Angola’s gas-to-power initiative is the expansion of gas-fired power generation, including

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Local Economy News Oil

Angola’s Oil Prices Hold Steady Amid Global Market Fluctuations and Economic Concerns

Luanda – On Monday, Brent crude oil opened trading at USD 72.87 per barrel on the international market, marking a 0.5% decline compared to the previous session on Sunday. Crude oil futures for delivery in April closed on Sunday at USD 72.86 per barrel, with a minimum price of USD 72.72 and a maximum of USD 72.96, according to the specialized website “investing.com.” Last week, oil prices experienced a dip due to concerns that ongoing

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Transport and Logistics Local News

U.S. Reaffirms Commitment to Lobito Corridor Investments

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to continuing investments along the Lobito Corridor, confirmed the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe during his visit to Huambo on Tuesday. James Story, after meeting with Governor Pereira Alfredo, stated that his three-day visit to the Lobito Corridor projects is part of an initiative that includes 16 ambassadors from various countries. This visit aims to demonstrate the U.S. government’s commitment to supporting the

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Local Expos & Events

Angola Prepares for the 2025 U.S.-Africa Summit

Angolan authorities are meeting today to discuss preparations for the United States-Africa Summit 2025. The objective is to strengthen collaboration among stakeholders and establish guidelines for the event, which will be held in Angola. The Angolan Agency for Investment and Export Promotion (APIEX) is leading the initiative, bringing together over 120 key figures, including government officials, CEOs, and representatives from various NGOs, at a hotel in the nation’s capital. The program will begin at 4

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