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Angola Positioned to Support Global Energy Security Through Oil and Gas Development

Angola Highlights Oil and Gas Potential to Meet Growing Global Energy Security Demand Angola has reaffirmed its ability to contribute to global energy security by leveraging its significant oil and gas resources, expanding investment opportunities, and strengthening its role as a reliable energy supplier. The government says the country has the necessary resources, infrastructure, and strategic position to respond to rising global demand for stable and secure energy supplies, while continuing to develop its hydrocarbons

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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 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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International News Oil

Austrian Energy Firm Discovers 195 Million Barrels of Oil in Africa’s Largest Oil Basin

Austrian Energy Company Makes Major 195 Million Barrel Oil Discovery in Africa’s Largest Oil Region Austrian energy company OMV has announced a significant oil discovery in Africa’s largest oil-producing region, marking a major milestone in its exploration activities and strengthening prospects for future production growth. The discovery, estimated at around 195 million barrels of oil equivalent, was made in the Orange Basin, an emerging offshore exploration hotspot located along the coasts of Namibia and South

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International News Oil

Ghana Advances Oil Refining Ambitions with $1.98 Billion Private Refinery Project

Ghana’s $1.98 Billion Private Oil Refinery Set to Transform Domestic Fuel Production and Reduce Imports Ghana is advancing efforts to strengthen its energy security through the development of its first privately owned large-scale oil refinery, a project expected to significantly increase domestic fuel production and reduce the country’s dependence on imported petroleum products. The $1.98 billion refinery project is being positioned as a major milestone in Ghana’s energy sector, supporting the government’s long-term goal of

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International Energy News Oil

IEA Warns Strait of Hormuz Crisis Could Threaten Global Energy Security

Global Energy Security at Risk as IEA Warns Strait of Hormuz Disruption Could Last for Weeks The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that global energy security could come under serious pressure if disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are not resolved within weeks. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said prolonged instability around the strategic waterway could have major consequences for global oil and gas markets, given the strait’s role as one of the world’s

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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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