OPEC excited about partnership with Namibia

OPEC is considering Namibia for potential membership, and willing to assist the country its oil exploration journey. Secretary General of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Haitham Al Ghais, has expressed enthusiasm about a prospective collaboration with Namibia, and affirmed OPEC’s readiness to assist the southern African nation in its oil exploration journey. The OPEC+ oil producers coalition, having seen departures like Angola in recent times, is considering Namibia for potential membership, Reuters reported. This move comes as

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Choice center generates close to 800 jobs

A total of 785 jobs were generated by Sociedade Mineira de SOMILUANA, located in the municipality of Lucapa, province of Lunda-Norte, with the inauguration, last week, of a new sorting plant, which will increase production levels. The information was provided by the chairman of the company’s Board of Directors, Reinaldo Trindade, during the inauguration, revealing that 98 percent of the jobs created are occupied by Angolan citizens.    Reinaldo Trindade announced that, with the start of operation of

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Angola Enforces Stricter Laws on Petroleum Smuggling

Angola has taken a decisive step in curbing the illicit trade of petroleum products with the recent approval of Law No. 5/24. This legislation, aimed at combating smuggling, introduces harsh penalties for offenders and implements measures to confiscate assets gained from illegal activities. Under the new law, individuals involved in importing or exporting petroleum products to and from Angola face severe consequences, including prison terms ranging from three to twelve years. Moreover, swift mechanisms have

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Trade with Indonesia grew by almost 85 percent

Trade between Angola and Indonesia rose from 190.6 million dollars in 2019 to 1,033 million in 2023, a growth of 84.95 percent in five years, announced last week in Luanda, the minister advisor for Economic Affairs of the Indonesian Embassy in Namibia. Sulthon Sjahril made these statements at the Angola/Indonesia Business Forum, adding that, in 2022 alone, Angolan exports of petroleum oils, oils obtained from bituminous minerals and crude amounted to US$837.63 million. That same

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Angola exports 94.41 million barrels of oil in the first quarter

During the 1st quarter of this year, Angola exported around 94.41 million barrels of crude oil, valued at approximately US$7.77 billion, with an average price of US$83.161 per barrel. The data was announced this Wednesday, 25.04, during the presentation of the behavior of the Angolan oil and gas industry for the 1st quarter of 2024 and projection for the 2nd quarter. As in previous quarters, China was the main destination for Angolan oil (49.65%), followed

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Mining sector controls 558 concession titles

Yesterday in Luanda, Mankenda Ambroise, a consultant to the Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas (MIREMPET), delivered key insights at the 3rd Mining Business Forum in Angola, themed “Innovation and Sustainability: Towards Industry Transformation Minas Gerais.” The forum, scheduled to conclude today, serves as a platform to address challenges and opportunities in Angola’s mining sector. Ambroise, speaking on behalf of Minister Diamantino Azevedo, highlighted the ongoing efforts to diversify mineral production in Angola and

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Angola’s Energy Sector Thrives Despite Global Challenges

Angola’s energy sector continues to demonstrate resilience and potential, as highlighted by recent reports from the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas (MIREMPET). In the first quarter of 2024, the country exported a significant volume of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), and condensates, totaling 966,394 metric tons, generating revenue of $393.6 million. While these figures represent a slight decrease compared to the previous quarter, they underscore the ongoing strength of Angola’s

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USAID Invests $5 Million in Women’s Projects Along the Lobito Corridor

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a $5 million investment in projects benefiting women along the Lobito Corridor, aiming to uplift communities and combat poverty. Samantha Power, the administrator of USAID, visited Benguela and Lobito to underscore the impact of ongoing programs in the region, particularly in agriculture, which are expected to alleviate hunger and poverty for thousands of people. She highlighted the expansion of the Women in Angolan Agriculture (WAF)

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BODIVA moves 1.19 billion kwanzas in the first three months

The Angolan Debt and Stock Exchange (BODIVA) registered, in the first quarter of 2024, 1.19 billion kwanzas in negotiations, in a bilateral and multilateral environment, according to the institution’s Dashboard. Data from Bodiva’s Monthly Report indicate that the Reporting Operations Market (MOR) registered greater movement, with a volume of 1.03 billion kwanzas. The value negotiated in the first three months of this year was above that recorded in the same period of 2023, which was

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COTTCO Embarks on $3.5 Million Investment for Solar Power and Oil Processing Facilities

The Cotton Company of Zimbabwe (COTTCO) is set to enhance its operational efficiency and revenue generation through a $3.5 million investment in the development of an oil expression plant and a solar power facility. Scheduled for completion by Q4 – 2024, the 1.2 MW solar power facility in Muzarabani aims to strengthen energy security for COTTCO’s cotton processing operations. Meanwhile, a $1.5 million investment will fund the construction of an oil processing facility in Gokwe,

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