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Angola Launches KUMA Project to Train 5,000 for Cabinda Refinery

Minister Azevedo Unveils KUMA Project to Equip Angolans for Cabinda Refinery Jobs Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum, and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, has officially launched the KUMA Project in Cabinda. Designed to train 5,000 people in specialized skills, the initiative will directly support operations at the upcoming Cabinda Refinery. The program is led by Sonangol, Angola’s national oil company, in partnership with investment firm Gemcorp, the developers of the Cabinda Refinery. Training will be delivered

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International News Renewable Energy

Uganda Approves 100 MW Solar Plant With Battery Storage in Kapeeka

Uganda Greenlights 100 MW Solar Plant With 250 MWh Battery Storage in Kapeeka The Government of Uganda has approved the construction of a 100-megawatt solar photovoltaic plant with a 250 MWh battery energy storage system in Kapeeka. The project will be developed by U.S.-based Energy America, with its East Africa subsidiary, EA Astrovolt, serving as the lead developer and execution partner. EA Astrovolt will oversee project development, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and long-term system performance.

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Local News Renewable Energy

Bié Inaugurates Cuito Solar Park and Launches Major Rural Electrification Project

Bié Province Expands Clean Energy With New Solar Park and Rural Electrification for 200,000 Residents The province of Bié has strengthened its energy infrastructure with the inauguration of the Cuito Solar Photovoltaic Park, a project with 14.65 MWp of installed capacity that will supply clean power to more than 30,000 families. The inauguration ceremony, held on Sunday, was attended by the Minister of Energy and Water, João Baptista Borges, and the Provincial Governor of Bié,

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Oil Local News Petroleum

Angola’s Fuel Imports Drop 18% in Q2 2025

Angola Cuts Fuel Imports to 9.4 Million Tons in Second Quarter of 2025 Angola imported 9.4 million metric tons of fuel in the second quarter of 2025, worth USD 438 million — an 18 percent decrease compared to the previous quarter, according to official data. Luis Fernando, Director-General of the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute (IRDP), told the Angola Press Agency that imports were dominated by diesel (59.6 percent), followed by gasoline (25 percent), Jet A1

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Local News Renewable Energy

Moxico Leste to Boost Energy Supply with Luau and Cazombo Solar Plants

Two New Solar Plants in Moxico Leste to Power Over 36,000 Homes by Year-End Moxico Leste’s energy capacity is set to expand significantly in the coming months with the launch of two new photovoltaic plants in Luau and Cazombo. The Luau facility is scheduled to begin operations in September, followed by the Cazombo plant in November, together supplying clean power to more than 36,000 households. According to the Moxico Leste provincial government, the Cazombo photovoltaic

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Diamonds Local News

Azevedo Warns of Serious Challenges in Lunda Norte’s Diamond Sector

Angola’s Mining Minister Flags Illegal Diamond Trade and Child Labor in Lunda Norte The Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, has warned that diamond mining in Lunda Norte faces “a serious and complex challenge,” with the province recording the highest number of illegal diamond hotspots in Angola. Speaking during the inauguration of a new university campus in Lunda Norte, a USD 60 million investment unveiled by President João Lourenço, the minister expressed

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Local News Oil

Angola’s Oil Production Falls Below 1 Million Barrels Amid Revenue Pressure

Angola Crude Oil Production Dips Below 1 Million Barrels per Day in July, Raising Revenue Concerns Angola’s crude oil production fell below 1 million barrels per day in July, reaching its lowest level since March 2023. According to the National Agency for Petroleum and Gas (ANPG), output dropped to 998,757 barrels per day, missing the government’s projection of 1.07 million barrels. The decline poses a risk to Angola’s revenue targets, especially as oil prices trade

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Diamonds Economy International News

Namibia’s Diamond Beneficiation Strategy Generates N$3.4 Billion in 2024

Namibia Diamond Sales Reach N$3.4 Billion in 2024 Through Local Beneficiation Program Namibia’s diamond beneficiation strategy generated N$3.4 billion in rough diamond sales to 13 local Sightholders in 2024, according to the De Beers Group’s latest Sustainability Report. The sales were conducted through the Namibia Diamond Trading Company (NDTC), a 50:50 joint venture between De Beers and the Namibian Government. “Namibia’s beneficiation highlights include $191 million in sales of rough diamonds to 13 local Sightholders

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International Economy Gas News

Economist Advocates for Gas Development to Boost Namibia’s Economy

Namibia Should Prioritize Gas Over Oil to Create Jobs and Drive Economic Growth, Says Economist Economist Robin Sherbourne has urged Namibia to place greater emphasis on gas development, arguing it offers far more potential for job creation and local economic benefits than oil. Speaking on BW Energy’s Kudu gas project, Sherbourne noted that while oil may generate significant government revenue, it creates limited direct employment opportunities. In contrast, gas development can play a transformative role

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International News Oil

Uganda Partners with Alpha MBM to Build Crude Oil Refinery in Hoima

Uganda Signs Deal with Alpha MBM to Construct Multi-Product Oil Refinery in Hoima District Uganda has signed a major agreement with Alpha MBM Investments to develop a crude oil refinery in Kabaale, Hoima District, marking a significant step toward energy self-sufficiency. President Yoweri Museveni emphasized that the project goes beyond fuel production, highlighting Uganda’s goal to refine and export its own petroleum products rather than relying on imports. He stressed the importance of adding value

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