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ENDIAMA President Reveals Plans for Diamond Exploration

In a significant announcement, José Manuel Augusto Ganga Júnior, President of the Board of Directors of the National Diamond Company (ENDIAMA), unveiled plans for a groundbreaking feasibility study aimed at tapping into Angola’s untapped oceanic resources, including diamonds and other valuable minerals. The revelation came during a high-profile event in Luanda, underscoring Angola’s commitment to diversifying its mining sector and harnessing its rich natural resources. Addressing reporters at the “Albina Assis” auditorium of the Ministry

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Gold Economy Local News

Angola’s Mineral Secretary Optimistic on Gold Production and Refining

The Secretary of State for Mineral Resources, Jânio Correia Victor, expressed optimism about Angola’s gold production and refining capabilities during a recent address in Luanda. He highlighted significant strides made in gold production in provinces like Cabinda, Huíla, and Huambo, and emphasized the imminent completion of the Luanda Gold Refinery. Victor asserted that these developments lay the groundwork for the mineral sector to contribute substantially to the country’s revenue in the coming months. Speaking at

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Diamonds Local Mining News

Insights from Benedito Manuel on the Luele Mine

Benedito Manuel, the General Director of Sociedade Mineira de Catoca, recently highlighted the significance of the Luele mine project in the province of Lunda Sul. He emphasized that it’s an ENDIAMA initiative, with Angolan managers from Catoca leading the entire process, from discovery to mine layout. In an interview with EXPANSÃO newspaper, Manuel underscored Catoca’s pivotal role as a “special technical arm” of the Angolan National Diamond Company, particularly in advancing the nation’s diamond sub-sector.

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Local News Transport and Logistics

AGL Logistics Launches Operations at Lobito Terminal in Angola

Africa Global Logistics (AGL) has inaugurated operations at the AGL Lobito Terminal, a versatile container and bulk goods facility situated within Angola’s Port of Lobito. This development follows AGL’s successful bid secured through an international tender process in October 2023. The terminal, with its impressive capacity to handle over one million tons of bulk goods and accommodate 100,000 TEU containers annually, marks a significant milestone in enhancing trade connectivity and logistics efficiency in the region.

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Diamonds Local News

Luele Mining Company Announces 119 Job Openings to Bolster Operations

Luele Mining Company has unveiled 119 job opportunities across various fields to strengthen its workforce and enhance operations at the mine. According to Constantino António, the head of provincial services at the National Institute for Employment and Vocational Training (INEFOP) in Lunda-Sul, positions available include service assistants, safety personnel, firefighters, machine operators, technicians, engineers, and specialists in various fields. Interested candidates are required to register at INEFOP with necessary documents, including their ID, passport-sized photos,

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Diamonds Local Mining News

Catoca Mining Company Enhances Water Management with New Pumps

Catoca Mining Company, situated in the province of Lunda Sul, has recently acquired nine suction pumps equipped with an advanced automation system from South Africa. These pumps boast a pumping capacity of up to 800 cubic meters per hour, aimed at improving the flow and suction of submerged water within the mine. According to José Jorge Chingango, head of the Water Evacuation section, the acquisition of these pumps will ensure smoother operations. Initially, maintenance will

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Local Mining Mining Projects News

Somiluana Mining Company to Inaugurate New Sorting Plant

The Somiluana Mining Company, located in Lunda-Norte province, is set to inaugurate its new Sorting Plant (CRP) this month, with a capacity of 6 tons of cubic meters. Guilherme Raimundo, the deputy general director of the mining company, announced that this new facility could significantly boost diamond production at the secondary deposit by approximately 12,000 carats per month, leading to the creation of over 700 jobs. The inauguration ceremony marks the commencement of large-scale production

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Diamonds Local News

SODIAM to Host Online Auction for Special Diamonds in Luanda

The National Diamond Trading Company of Angola (SODIAM) has announced plans for an online auction featuring 18 special stones. Scheduled from the 11th to the 18th of this month in Luanda, the auction will be conducted in collaboration with TRANS ATLANTIC GEM SALES. The auction will be exclusively electronic, with bidding closing on April 19th at 10:00 local time. Targeted at customers registered in SODIAM’s database with expertise in special stone sales, the lots will

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Economy Local News

Angola’s GDP Sees 1.4% Growth in Q4 2023

Angola’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded by 1.4% year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, according to data from the National Statistics Institute (INE). However, there was a 0.3% decrease in the economy from the third quarter to the fourth quarter of 2023, after seasonal adjustments. For the entire year of 2023, the Angolan economy grew by 0.9% compared to 2022. Key contributors to this growth were the

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Local News Oil Petroleum

Sonangol Trading Expands African Presence with Growth Plans

Sonangol Trading and Shipping, the international arm responsible for oil, derivatives, and natural gas transportation and marketing for Angola’s state oil company, is embarking on an expansion strategy across the African continent. Currently engaged with four countries – DRC, Namibia, Togo, and Cameroon – the company aims to strengthen its presence and trade volumes in these markets. Luís Manuel, President of the Executive Committee of Sonangol Trading and Shipping Business Unit (UNTS), revealed these plans

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