AGP Executive Report

Digital Angola: At ANGOTIC 2026 in Luanda, ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin stressed that connectivity and skills are driving Angola’s digital transformation, while Telecom and IT officials highlighted the forum’s role in building a modern, diversified economy. Satellites & Connectivity: Telecom Namibia and Angola’s space programme office (GGPEN) signed an Angosat-2 pilot deal to test satellite internet, voice and VPN services for remote communities. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: Angola’s ties with the Philippines got a boost as the honorary consul general said visa easing could help grow trade, tourism and cooperation. Public Life & Governance: Angola appointed a new vice-governor for Malanje and dismissed another, reshuffling the province’s political, social and economic leadership. International Security: France’s disinformation watchdog Viginum accused Israeli firm BlackCore of election meddling that it says also reached Angola, alongside New York and Scotland. Culture: Luanda hosted the third Art, Tourism and Culture Fair, bringing artists from Angola, Congo and Namibia.

Election Interference Claims: France’s disinformation watchdog Viginum says Israeli firm BlackCore is suspected of meddling not only in France’s March local vote, but also in New York City, Scotland, and even Angola—raising fresh questions about who commissioned the alleged operations. National Mourning: President João Lourenço and the MPLA marked the death of former Foreign Minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, with tributes culminating in his burial at Luanda’s Alto das Cruzes Cemetery. Provincial Appointments: Lourenço named Joana Domingos dos Santos Filipe Tomás Martins as vice-governor of Malanje for the political, social and economic sector, replacing Franco Cazembe Mufinda. Health & Skills: Angola certified 147 specialist doctors in Luanda, Bengo and Icolo & Bengo to strengthen universal health coverage and cut specialist waiting times. Regional Tech Cooperation: Angola and Namibia signed an IT cooperation memorandum during ANGOTIC-2026, aiming to boost skills, knowledge exchange and joint digital projects. Ebola Readiness: Angola reinforced Ebola prevention, detection and response capacity through a MINSA/WHO training meeting bringing together 350 participants. Tourism Strategy: Angola backed UN Tourism’s new leadership vision for 2026–2029, stressing human capital, youth opportunity and women’s empowerment. Culture Spotlight: Luanda opened the third Art, Tourism and Culture Fair, running through Friday with artists from Angola, Congo and Namibia.

Angola-Serbia Deal Push: President João Lourenço wrapped up a three-day visit to Serbia, signing 10 legal instruments covering finance, transport, environment, agriculture, industry, trade, ICT and investment protection—aimed at pulling in more private capital. Digital Cooperation: Angola and Namibia signed an IT memorandum on the sidelines of ANGOTIC-2026, with the forum targeting 20,000 visitors and a digital transformation agenda. Health Workforce Boost: MINSA certified 147 specialist doctors for Luanda, Bengo and Icolo & Bengo to cut waiting times and strengthen universal health coverage. Methane Cuts via Regional Ties: Angola’s environment minister stressed that methane reduction in oil and gas needs cross-border cooperation, monitoring and climate financing. Mining Crackdown: Huila will reorganize concessions and send technical teams to assess hotspots as the government moves to curb illegal mining. Tourism Payments Upgrade: Angola and Visa initialed a tourism MoU to expand card payments across hotels, restaurants and online platforms. Fuel Price Pressure: Malawi’s CDEDI accused the DPP government of cartel-driven state capture and demanded fuel price cuts. Tech Access Expansion: Google is rolling out Ask Gemini in Chrome to Angola and other African markets, expanding AI search help. Youth Inclusion: Angola reaffirmed support for productive youth inclusion through cooperatives and micro initiatives, including beekeeping training.

Ebola Preparedness: Angola has boosted Ebola defenses at the DRC border, deploying specialized health teams, tightening surveillance and border controls, and running public awareness to catch and contain any suspected cases early. Public Health Travel Warnings: Health authorities also issued broader travel advisories tied to the outbreak, urging people to avoid high-risk areas and face enhanced screening if they have recently been in affected countries. ANGOTIC 2026 Media Push: Ahead of ANGOTIC 2026, Angola’s public broadcaster (TPA) is upgrading to HD and modern infrastructure, while the national broadcaster NBC visited to explore deeper collaboration on news gathering, content sharing, and event coverage. Capital Markets Update: Angola’s BODIVA trading volume jumped 123% in the first quarter, rising to 2.9 billion kwanzas, with market activity strengthening across key bond categories. Sports Spotlight: Angola’s national team beat the Central African Republic 3-0 in a friendly in Casablanca, with goals from Depú, Mabululo and Ary Papel. Diplomacy & Cooperation: Angola and Serbia signed 10 new legal instruments during President João Lourenço’s visit, spanning finance, transport, environment, IT, media and export promotion.

Angola-Serbia Defense Push: President João Lourenço is in Serbia for the final leg of his state visit, touring the Military Technical Institute and meeting officials as Belgrade and Luanda sign 10 legal instruments across finance, transport, environment, agriculture, IT and export promotion. ANGOTIC Tech Maturity: Angola’s IT market is moving into a consolidation phase, with demand rising for cybersecurity, data centers, analytics, AI and automation—alongside gaps in skilled staff and system integration ahead of ANGOTIC 2026. Capital Markets Boost: BODIVA trading volume jumped 123% in the first quarter, rising to 2.9 billion kwanzas, with market capitalization up 203% year-on-year. Labor Migration Talks: Angola’s labor ministry met IOM in Geneva to discuss legal pathways for labor mobility, including the MOVER project for safe recruitment to Portugal. Health Coverage Milestone: Angola reached 70% vaccination coverage, with the Health Ministry citing progress and ongoing barriers to hitting the WHO 95% target. Ebola Preparedness Watch: While Nigeria announced an Ebola task force and N10bn emergency funding, Angola’s own vaccination push underscores the wider regional focus on outbreak readiness. World Cup Momentum: Angola beat CAR 3-0 in a friendly, while Africa is set for a record 10-team presence at the 2026 World Cup. EU Aviation Safety Reminder: The EU Air Safety List update keeps Angola’s carriers largely banned from European skies, with only TAAG and Heli Malongo noted as exceptions.

Angola–Serbia Diplomacy: President João Lourenço wrapped up a high-profile visit to Serbia with the signing of 10 cooperation agreements and memoranda, pushing a new push for economic ties and private investment alongside long-standing political friendship. Public Health Preparedness: Angola updated its national Ebola contingency plan, revising protocols for surveillance, lab work, infection control and risk communication as the country watches outbreaks in the DRC and Uganda. Justice System: Angola’s Supreme Court sentenced Judge José Lourenço Pereira to five years for embezzlement, ordering court fees and forfeiture of misappropriated funds. Innovation & Youth: Angola’s ANGOTIC 2026 forum is set to run June 11–13, aiming to boost debate on digital transformation and connect startups with investment. Sports: Angolan goalkeeper Mustapha Lawal is drawing interest from top clubs, including Rangers and Plateau United, plus foreign sides.

Serbia–Angola Diplomacy and Deals: Angola’s President João Lourenço is in Belgrade for a three-day push to turn strong political ties into stronger trade, with new agreements including scrapping double taxation and protecting investments, while Serbia’s leaders say economic cooperation—especially in agriculture—must catch up and could even pave the way for a direct air link to Luanda. Media Cooperation: Serbia’s Tanjug and Angola’s ANGOP signed a contract in Belgrade to exchange news and photos daily, deepening inter-agency ties. Digital Inclusion: Angola reaffirmed its push to expand digital access, highlighting projects like “Ilumina Angola” and calling for public-private-academia partnerships around connectivity and digitised services. Climate Policy: Angola’s environment ministry says methane cuts are a priority, pointing to PLANAREM as a plan to monitor and reduce emissions across oil and gas, agriculture, waste and energy. Tax Incentives Debate: Angola’s fiscal incentives have surged to 2.98 trillion kwanzas since 2018, but the IMF says the focus now is better management to boost tax revenue without starving priority spending. Sports: Angola is listed among today’s World Cup warm-up friendlies, facing the Central African Republic.

Angola-Serbia Diplomacy: President João Lourenço arrived in Belgrade for a three-day official visit that could unlock new economic deals, with ten cooperation agreements expected and a business forum aimed at boosting investment and trade. Digital Inclusion Push: Angola’s government reiterated its commitment to expanding digital access, highlighting projects like “Ilumina Angola” and partnerships with telecoms and tech firms to digitise services. Climate & Energy Focus: The environment ministry stressed methane cuts as a priority, pointing to PLANAREM and stronger monitoring across oil and gas, agriculture, waste and energy. Tax Incentives Debate: Angola reported fiscal incentives rising sharply to 2.98 trillion kwanzas (2018-2024), while the IMF-backed push continues to improve revenue mobilisation. Public Health Response: Banco de Fomento Angola and WHO expanded support for cholera treatment, backing supplies and beds for hard-hit provinces. Conservation & Culture: UAN’s botanical garden entered a new conservation phase with 520 seedlings planted, while Lubango hosted an African Fashion Show spotlighting young designers.

Diplomacy: Angola’s President João Lourenço is set to travel to Serbia for an official visit starting Monday, with meetings, a bilateral forum and cooperation agreements expected in Belgrade. Public Health: Angola is among countries flagged in a temporary visa restriction move tied to the Ebola outbreak, while UNICEF is scaling up Ebola response supplies in the region and BFA and WHO have partnered to strengthen Angola’s cholera response. Sports & Culture: Angola’s First Lady attended the Kanuca Show featuring the Semba Kids project, aimed at bringing Semba into schools, and the Angolan Football Federation says preparations are underway for a women’s league launch. Business & Energy: Pensana reports progress on Angola’s Longonjo rare-earth mine construction, and Angola’s National Space Program launched an ANGOTIC 2026 app for participants. Local Life: Windhoek City Council in Namibia adopted a motion over Angolan child beggars at intersections, calling for urgent national action.

Pan-African Parliament: The Pan-African Parliament mourned the death of Angolan delegate Manuel Domingos Augusto, praising him as a diplomat and committed Pan-Africanist whose work strengthened continental unity. Diplomacy & condolences: Angola’s embassy in Argentina and the African Union also paid tribute to Augusto’s strategic vision and service, underlining his role in boosting Angola’s voice in African affairs. Health: Moxico Leste reported two suspected monkeypox cases in Luau, with suspects isolated and vaccination continuing for at-risk groups. Environment: Angola’s Vice-President urged young people to act as “sustainability ambassadors” during World Environment Day tree-planting, while the Environment Minister warned that climate change, deforestation and waste management remain major threats. Tech & development: GGPEN launched an ANGOTIC 2026 app to help participants track lectures, demos and networking from June 11-13. Sports (women’s football): Angola’s football federation says preparations are underway to launch a women’s league in December. Regional note: US court rulings struck down parts of Trump-era immigration policies affecting applicants from Angola and dozens of other countries.

Angola’s health watch: Moxico Leste reports two suspected monkeypox cases in Luau; suspects are isolated and awaiting lab results, while a vaccination drive has reached 1,400 people. Pan-African diplomacy in mourning: The African Union Commission and Angola’s diplomatic missions mourn former Foreign Affairs minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, praising his role in strengthening Angola’s voice in continental peace, security and integration. Climate push for youth: Angola’s Vice President urges young people to act as “sustainability ambassadors” as the country marks World Environment Day with a 520-tree-seedling planting campaign. Environment priorities: The Environment Minister warns Angola faces climate change, deforestation, biodiversity loss and weak waste management, calling for a coordinated response across society. Economy snapshot: Angola’s National Accounts director says agriculture is about 20% of GDP and oil about 15%, with first-quarter 2026 growth averaging 5.32%. Connectivity and trade: Air France marks 50 years in Angola, highlighting Luanda–Paris links and business ties with about 115 French companies operating in the country.

Obituaries & Diplomacy: Angola mourns former Foreign Affairs minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, with the African Union Commission and Angola’s diplomatic mission in Ethiopia praising his Pan-African leadership and international vision. Health Watch: Moxico Leste reports two suspected mpox cases in Luau, with suspects isolated and vaccination ongoing for at-risk groups; meanwhile Angola’s HIV prevalence is officially put at 1.6%, with about 370,000 people living with HIV/AIDS. Climate & Youth Action: Angola’s Vice President urges young people to act as sustainability ambassadors as tree-planting marks World Environment Day, while the Environment Minister warns of climate change, deforestation, biodiversity loss and weak waste management. Tech & Business: ANGOTIC-2026 in Luanda expects 20,000 visitors and 200+ startups, with tickets now available. Sports & Society: A Davis Cup Africa Group IV tournament returns to Nairobi with Angola among the teams, while Angola’s HIV and mpox updates keep public health in focus.

ANGOTIC-2026 Tech Push: Angola’s ICT forum ANGOTIC-2026 expects over 20,000 visitors and more than 200 startups when it runs in Luanda from June 11-13, with tickets now available online and at local outlets. Bilateral Ties: Air France marks 50 years in Angola, highlighting Luanda–Paris links and business activity, while Oman’s Sultan sends a written message to President João Lourenço as both sides stress deeper cooperation. Economy & Food: Angola’s agriculture sector is put at about 20% of GDP, with oil still driving exports and tax revenue as the economy grows 5.32% in Q1 2026. Health Snapshot: Angola’s HIV prevalence is reported at 1.6%, with about 370,000 people living with HIV/AIDS, and officials say deaths and new infections have declined over the decade. Diplomacy & Loss: Former Foreign Minister Manuel Domingos Augusto dies in Luanda after illness; President Lourenço and the state send condolences. Sports Development: The Minister of Youth and Sports calls for the next 50 years to focus on building excellence in schools and national sport.

HIV Update: Angola’s HIV prevalence rate is 1.6%, based on a 2023-2024 health indicators survey, with about 370,000 people living with HIV/AIDS and declines in deaths and new infections over the past decade. Sports & Youth: The Minister of Youth and Sports says Angola’s next 50 years should be about building excellence in schools and institutions to produce top-level athletes. Diplomacy: President João Lourenço met Oman’s Sultan’s envoy to strengthen political dialogue and cooperation, as Angola continues deepening ties with Middle Eastern partners. Energy & Trade: Angola will reduce the supply of small rough diamonds in coming months to avoid flooding the market and protect value, while Unitel expanded 3G/4G/5G coverage to more municipalities. Public Life: Former Foreign Minister Manuel Domingos Augusto has died after a prolonged illness; Lourenço offered condolences. Environment: Uíge marked World Environment Day with debates on plastic bag use and Angola’s plan to eliminate single-use plastics. Tech & Services: Smart Hands Africa signed on as an authorised Supermicro services partner, including support and maintenance across Angola and other African markets.

Diamond Market Management: Angola’s Endiama says it will “substantially reduce” rough diamond supply in small sizes from Catoca and Luele over the next three months to avoid flooding the market and protect prices. Demand Push for Natural Stones: De Beers is doubling down on natural diamonds with a renewed “Desert Diamonds” campaign aimed at distinguishing them from synthetics and boosting buyer confidence. Regional Diplomacy: Angola was elected to the UN Economic and Social Council for 2027-2029, winning 183 votes, as it highlights work on sustainable development, human rights and peace. Food Security: EU-financed RE-FARM reports maize productivity rising from 6% to 35% in Benguela and Cuanza-Sul, with fewer pests and better soil fertility for family farmers. Public Health & Child Protection: Angola reports HIV/AIDS prevalence at 1.6% nationally, while SOS Child logged 19,440 violence reports against children (Jan-Apr), with sexual abuse making up 495 cases. Tax Reform Consultation: Angola’s General Tax Administration begins public consultation on a draft Patronage Law to simplify donations and expand tax benefits.

Public Finance & Tax Reform: Angola’s General Tax Administration (AGT) has kicked off a public consultation on proposed Patronage Law changes, aiming for a simpler, modern tax regime and clearer rules for donations and tax benefits, with submissions due July 4, 2026. Child Protection: SOS Child says it logged 19,440 reports of violence against minors via hotline 15015 from January to April, with Benguela leading and 495 cases tied to sexual abuse. HIV/AIDS Snapshot: Angola’s HIV/AIDS prevalence averages 1.6%, based on 2023–2024 health indicators, with border provinces highest and about 370,000 people estimated to be living with HIV. Diplomacy: Angola’s foreign minister delivered President João Lourenço’s message to Vietnam’s counterpart ahead of talks, while defense chief Lucio do Amaral reaffirmed Angola’s CPLP peace and security commitment. Tech & Innovation: Angola is set to launch a startup acceleration push at ANGOTIC 2026, and a senior official visited Huawei’s research center in Shanghai to back digital transformation and training. Health & Skills: ExxonMobil and JA Africa launched STEM Africa 2.0 to expand AI and STEM training for 14–17-year-olds across Africa. International Spotlight: The U.S. plans to cut visa-processing embassies in Africa to 20 hubs, including Luanda.