AGP Executive Report

ICT & AI in Education: Angola’s Huíla Province hosted a national conference urging advanced ICT and AI training for academics, plus stronger research, inclusive AI ethics, and university links under Erasmus Plus. Women, Peace & Security: At the 2nd International Women’s Forum in Luanda, AU and Angolan officials pushed for better coordination to strengthen women’s leadership in peace-building, and urged Angola to ratify the AU Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls. Financial Inclusion: Angola’s next phase of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy aims to help mobile and digital payment providers move into credit, citing improved macro stability and lower inflation. Telecom & Markets: Unitel expanded its network in Ninda and Sumbe, posted 2025 net profit above AOA 158 billion, and is preparing an IPO roadshow for a 15% stake sale. Energy & Tourism Planning: Angola aligned tourism and planning priorities for 2026, focusing on integrated infrastructure and financing tools for private investors. Public Health Alarm: Lawyers say US deportees held in a Malabo hotel were quarantined alongside a suspected Ebola patient, as Africa CDC warns the outbreak is still accelerating. Cybersecurity: Check Point reports Angola among the most attacked African countries, with ransomware activity driving a broader rise in attacks.

Cybersecurity Watch: Check Point reports global cyber attacks jumped 10% month-on-month and 17% year-on-year in June, with ransomware activity up 33%; among African countries tracked, Angola stayed the most targeted at 4,890 attacks per organisation per week. Ebola Update: Africa CDC says the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has surpassed 600 deaths in DR Congo and Uganda, warning the virus is still outpacing response amid financing gaps and unsafe burial capacity shortfalls. Telecom & Finance: Angola plans to raise about $320 million by selling a 15% stake in Unitel, as the operator also reports a 2025 net profit above AOA 158 billion and expands network coverage in Ninda and Sumbe. Economy & Prices: Angola’s inflation eased to 10.11% in June, the lowest since 2015, with transport and education driving the biggest price increases. Energy & Investment: Angola’s oil sector reforms continue to draw regional interest, while broader LNG trade growth highlights Africa’s expanding gas role. Women’s Leadership: Angola hosts the 2nd International Women’s Forum for Peace and Democracy in Luanda, focusing on women’s leadership for peace and inclusive growth.

Unitel IPO & telecom reform: Angola plans to raise about $320 million by selling a 15% stake in Unitel, with the government targeting the capital market by July 24, as it pushes broader privatization to ease public finances and attract investors. Inflation & cost of living: Angola’s inflation slowed to 10.11% in June, the lowest since 2015, with transport, education, and housing-related costs driving the biggest increases. Oil & gas operations: Angola LNG in Soyo suspended operations for 32 days starting July 8 for maintenance, cutting monthly LNG output and loading by about 80% while production is expected to restart in phases. Tax policy update: The government and National Assembly revised the first chapter of the corporate income tax bill, focusing on how illicit income is taxed and adding protections for small and medium-sized enterprises. Demographic dividend push: UNFPA reaffirmed support for Angola’s use of census data to turn the country’s young population into sustainable development, while Angola’s leadership stressed investment in education, health, vocational training, and jobs. Environment & UNESCO: UNESCO praised Angola’s conservation efforts, including its 2025 UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve, and highlighted prospects for community-led sustainable tourism. Sports & youth: Angola named its senior men’s roller hockey team for a September tournament in Spain ahead of the World Skate Games 2026 in Paraguay, with the youth and sports minister pledging support.

Angola’s oil push: TotalEnergies says it will boost upstream growth at Angola Oil & Gas 2026, pointing to major projects like the $6bn Kaminho deepwater development and first gas from the Quiluma non-associated gas push. Energy market context: A new International Gas Union report puts global LNG trade at a record 436.98m tonnes in 2025, with Angola among the drivers of growth. Telecom finance: Angola’s Unitel is moving through its IPO process, with the government aiming to raise 300bn kwanzas from a 15% stake sale. Security and justice: Angola prosecutors are seeking 18-year jail terms for two Russians in a terrorism case tied to last year’s Luanda taxi-driver unrest. Industry and jobs: In Icolo e Bengo, the “Phoenix Bridge” industrial complex highlights Chinese investment in manufacturing for construction materials, with officials linking it to diversification and skilled employment. Culture: Angolan artist Márcia Dias wins gold at “Arte Brasil 2026” in Japan, earning an international career tribute trophy. Legal/IP headache: Angola’s trademark registration certificates can be delayed for years, leaving brand owners struggling to prove rights while applications sit in the system.

Energy & Oil Sector: NJ Ayuk’s new book, Crude Oil: Power, Turnaround and Transformation in Angola, has climbed into Amazon’s Top 3 New Releases, spotlighting Angola’s reform push across oil, gas, renewables and critical minerals. Justice & Security: Angola prosecutors are seeking 18-year prison terms for two Russians in a terrorism trial, alongside Angolan journalist Amor Carlos Tome and UNITA youth leader Francisco Oliveira “Buka Tanda,” with allegations tied to espionage and financing. Infrastructure & Trade: The Lobito Corridor has secured a $753 million financing package—$553 million from the U.S. DFC and $200 million from DBSA—aimed at rehabilitating and modernizing the 1,300-km railway to cut logistics costs. Industry & Jobs: In Icolo e Bengo, the “Phoenix Bridge” industrial complex (five construction-material units) was inaugurated, with Chinese investment and plans to expand hiring ahead of a 2027 phase. Culture & Recognition: Angolan visual artist Márcia Dias won gold in Japan at “Arte Brasil 2026,” earning an International Career Tribute Trophy for her work promoting Angolan art. Sports: Petro de Luanda will defend its Women’s African Cup Winners’ Cup title in Kinshasa, starting group play against HBC Kali.

Lobito Corridor Financing: Angola’s transport ministry says the Lobito Corridor railway has reached financial close with a $753 million package—$553 million from the U.S. DFC and $200 million from South Africa’s DBSA—aimed at rehabilitating and modernizing the 1,300-km line and boosting capacity to about 4.6 million tons a year. Capital Markets Push: Angola is moving ahead with the biggest-ever IPO, targeting up to $320 million by selling a 15% stake in Unitel, as the government seeks deeper capital markets and less reliance on oil. Industrial Jobs Drive: In Icolo e Bengo, five construction-material manufacturing units by Phoenix Bridge were inaugurated in a roughly $300 million investment, with 180 jobs now and plans to add 500 more before 2027. Environment & Water Security: Cubango’s ecological importance—forests, floodplains and river systems feeding the Okavango Basin—was highlighted by the environment minister, alongside new sanitation and waste-management challenges. STEM Funding: Mandume ya Ndemufayo University secured $3.5 million from the World Bank to strengthen STEM programs under a three-year higher-education development project. Peacekeeping Cooperation: Angola and the UN deepened cooperation on peacekeeping training, including “train-the-trainer” support and progress on a national peace operations center. Sports: Petro de Luanda will defend its Women’s African Cup Winners’ Cup title in Kinshasa, starting group play next week.

UNITEL IPO and tax relief: Angola’s telecom giant UNITEL launched its capital market debut with a 158 billion kwanzas net profit (2025) and kicked off the public sale of 15% of its shares, with the state aiming to raise 300 billion kwanzas; meanwhile the General Tax Administration refunded 191 billion kwanzas in VAT up to June, citing improved controls and electronic invoicing. Prisons overcrowding: Angola’s Interior Minister said penitentiary facilities are holding more than 5,000 inmates above capacity and new units in Huíla, Bié, Cunene and Cabinda are set to ease the pressure. Connectivity for education: ANGOSAT-2-backed Conecta Angola Comercial will bring DStv World Cup broadcasts to universities and training centers in Bié, Namibe, Huíla and Malanje. Health and Ebola response: Africa CDC chief Jean Kaseya welcomed the start of clinical trials for therapeutics targeting the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in DR Congo and Uganda, as WHO and partners push a $518m response plan. Regional infrastructure: Africa Finance Corporation reported financial close on the $753m Lobito Corridor Railway project, backed by DFC and DBSA funding, to modernize the 1,300-km rail link from Lobito to the DRC border.

UNITEL IPO Watch: Angola’s telecom giant UNITEL launched its capital-market debut with a 158 billion kwanzas net profit (2025) and an IPO to sell 15% of its share capital, with the state aiming to raise 300 billion kwanzas; subscriptions open for Angolans and foreign residents with a NIF and local accounts. Tax Relief: The General Tax Administration (AGT) refunded 191 billion kwanzas in VAT up to June, with 2026 forecasts around 300 billion, citing stronger controls and electronic invoicing. Prison Overcrowding: Angola’s Interior Minister says prisons hold more than 5,000 inmates above capacity and new units in Huíla, Bié, Cunene and Cabinda are set to ease the pressure. Connectivity for Education: ANGOSAT-2-backed Conecta Angola will let universities and training centres in remote provinces stream DStv broadcasts of 2026 World Cup matches in July. Diplomacy: Angola’s Foreign Minister met UN chief António Guterres in Geneva to review cooperation on peace, security, sustainable development and AI. Bilateral Ties: Angola and Cuba reviewed their historic relations across sectors including health, education, agriculture and tourism. Culture & Community: Luanda’s public life also shows up in local events like “Caldo do Poeira” in Lunda-Norte, spotlighting Angolan semba stars Robertinho and Legalize.

Unitel IPO in Angola: Angola’s telecom giant Unitel has launched an IPO roadshow to sell a 15% government stake on BODIVA, a major test of investor appetite after the state seized the company from Isabel dos Santos’ empire. Lobito Corridor finance: The Lobito Corridor railway project in Angola has reached a $753m financial close, keeping momentum on the copper-linked transport push. Maritime security push: Angola is also in the spotlight for regional defence cooperation, with Angola hosting African land forces discussions tied to broader security coordination. Energy and environment: A new global gas flaring report flags Nigeria among the biggest flarers, while a study suggests blue and fin whales off southern Africa may be slowly rebounding. Public safety in Angola-linked news: Outside Angola, Indiana, a pontoon boat crash near Angola left a 20-year-old dead and led to an arrest over suspected intoxication. Diplomacy: South Africa’s Ramaphosa is set to appoint Ayanda Dlodlo as ambassador to France, with her recent World Bank role covering Angola, Nigeria and South Africa.

Angola’s Health Push: WHO says health communication is central to public trust, urging Angola to keep services transparent and community-focused. Human Resources Boost: Angola plans training for about 38,000 health professionals by 2028, building on World Bank-supported capacity work. Regional Development: Lunda-Norte marks 48 years since its creation, highlighting diamonds, agriculture and ongoing gaps in services. Bilateral Diplomacy: Angola and Benin agree to deepen cooperation, including visa-free talks and air transport steps. Sports, Angola in the spotlight: Angola ended Mali’s unbeaten run in World Cup qualifiers with an 88-74 win, while Nigeria’s D’Tigers crushed Rwanda 106-62 in Luanda to lock in the next round. Economy/Privatisation: Angola launches an IPO to sell a 15% stake in telecoms operator Unitel, running 6–24 July, targeting about EUR 280m.

Telecom Privatisation: Angola has started an IPO roadshow to sell a 15% stake in Unitel, with the share sale running 06–24 July and expected to raise about EUR 280 million. Sports & Administration: Nigeria’s D’Tigers arrived in Luanda for the FIBA World Cup qualifiers with a win over Rwanda, but reports say unpaid hotel and participation fees could trigger eviction and even threaten their campaign. Regional Qualifiers Update: The FIBA qualifiers tracker shows Mali and Angola among the teams advancing to the next stage, with Angola’s group results still shaping the race. Mining & Infrastructure: In Moxico Leste, four mining projects are in the prospecting phase for copper linked to cobalt and nickel, with progress tied to roads, power and water. Diplomacy: Angola and Benin begin bilateral political consultations in Cotonou, covering cooperation, trade, migration and an air transport agreement. Health & Training: Angola’s Health Ministry is sending 19 professionals abroad for specialized training.

Angola–Benin Diplomacy: Angola and Benin kicked off their first bilateral political consultations in Cotonou, aiming to deepen cooperation on politics, trade, migration and air transport, with an air agreement on the agenda. Health Workforce Boost: Angola sent 19 health professionals abroad for specialized training under a World Bank-backed project for universal health coverage, stressing discipline and ethics during placements. Forestry Push: In Benguela, the Agriculture and Forests minister urged wider promotion of silviculture through the Agro Corridors Angola program, including support for eucalyptus plantations by households. Development Bank Focus: Finance Minister Vera Daves de Sousa said BDA’s success must be judged by real economic transformation, not just funding volumes, as the bank holds its 2026 summit. Mining in Moxico Leste: Four copper-related mining projects are in the prospecting and research phase in Cazombo, with road, power and water constraints still shaping activity. Sports—Angola in Qualifiers: Egypt beat Angola 79–73 in World Cup qualifying, while Mali extended its unbeaten run and Angola is still in the race for the next round.

Angolan Governance & Revenue: Luanda lawmakers urged stronger provincial revenue collection, pushing tax-evasion crackdowns, wider taxpayer bases, and better use of oil-price windfalls to cut debt and support growth. Public Health & Global Partnerships: Angola’s Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta was elected vice-chair of Gavi’s implementing countries committee, boosting the country’s role in vaccine coverage planning. Child Protection: Vice-President Esperança da Costa reiterated the Executive’s drive to end violence against children and expand education access, including lab opportunities for young “Kandengues Scientists.” Maritime Security: Angola’s Defence Minister called for coordinated, multi-institution maritime security to tackle piracy, trafficking, illegal fishing, smuggling and pollution. Tourism Investment: Angola joined the UN Tourism UNT-PASS platform as a co-founding country to attract investors into high-impact tourism projects. Security Cooperation (Regional): At the African Chiefs of Defence Conference in Luanda, U.S. AFRICOM said most troops deployed for a May ISIS operation in Nigeria have withdrawn, while intelligence support continues. Sports (Angola-linked): Angola’s basketball team advanced in World Cup qualifiers, and Nigeria’s D’Tigers beat Guinea 80-79 in Luanda.

US-Nigeria Security Reset: The US has withdrawn most troops deployed for a May operation against ISIS in Nigeria, but will keep supporting Abuja through intelligence sharing, after the mission killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, ISIS’s global second-in-command. Regional Security Push from Luanda: Nigeria’s Defence Minister and Chief of Defence Staff used the 2026 African Chiefs of Defence Conference in Angola to call for a more coordinated, African-led and adaptive security architecture, including stronger intelligence sharing and protection of oil and gas infrastructure. Maritime Security Focus: Angola’s defence leadership opened a symposium on maritime security, warning of piracy, trafficking, illegal fishing and smuggling, and urging integrated responses across state, regional, private and coastal actors. Angola Joins Global Tourism Investment Platform: Angola signed on as a co-founding country of UN Tourism’s UNT-PASS platform to mobilize investment in tourism projects. Health and Child Protection: Angola’s Health Minister was elected vice-chair of Gavi’s implementing countries committee, while the Vice-President reaffirmed government commitment to ending violence against children. Governance and Digital Inclusion: Parliament urged better provincial revenue collection and tighter tax enforcement; Angola’s Central Bank and UNDP signed a financial inclusion and education MoU; and a Moxico startup received a license to provide ANGOSAT-2 internet services. Sports Spotlight: Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha became a World Cup hero after a near-upset of Argentina, while Angola’s basketball team advanced in qualifiers with a strong second-half surge.

Angola–US Security Ties: US Africa Command says it has withdrawn most troops deployed to Nigeria for a May operation against ISIS, but will keep supporting Abuja through intelligence sharing requested by Nigerian authorities, after the mission killed ISIS’s global deputy leader, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. Regional Rail Finance: The Lobito Corridor railway project in Angola has reached financial close at $753m, backed by US and Southern Africa development finance, to rehabilitate and operate the 1,300km line linking Lobito port to the DRC border. Angolan Telecom IPO: Unitel, Angola’s biggest telecoms operator, is set to launch an IPO roadshow next week as part of a broader privatisation push. Sports (Angola-hosted qualifiers): Nigeria’s D’Tigers beat Tunisia 84–81 in Luanda to boost their 2027 World Cup qualification hopes under new coach David Fizdale. Huambo Jobs & Credit: Angola’s PRODESI says it has financed 125 projects and 30 agricultural cooperatives in Huambo with over AKZ 10bn since 2022, though repayment and bank bureaucracy remain hurdles.

Angolan Governance & Identity: Angola’s voter registration update is underway, with 126,344 citizens completing “proof of life” since June 15, as the process runs for nine months to March 31, 2027; officials also say the National ID Card database holds about 16 million records (around 14 million adults), with security features including a microchip. Science & Innovation Policy: Angola is moving toward a new National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy aimed at stronger research, innovation, and better funding and coordination. Regional Tech & Media: Mozambique’s TVM began ANGOSAT-2 signal transmission tests using Angolan space infrastructure, a step toward migrating TV broadcasting to the satellite and expanding regional telecom presence. Economy & Agriculture Financing: In Huambo, PRODESI says it has unlocked over AKZ 10 billion for 125 projects and 30 agricultural cooperatives since 2022, though repayment and bank bureaucracy remain hurdles. Sports (Luanda): Nigeria’s D’Tigers beat Tunisia 84-81 in the 2027 World Cup African Qualifiers in Luanda, boosting qualification hopes under new coach David Fizdale. Handball (Luanda): 1º de Agosto and Interclube meet Friday in the Angola Cup final after recent championship clashes. Culture: “Policromia Lusófona” opened in Luanda, showcasing traditional crafts from Portuguese-speaking countries, including Angola. EU Finance Watch: Angola is listed by the EU as a high-risk jurisdiction for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, triggering enhanced due diligence for EU institutions.