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Angolan Catholic Archbishop Calls for Outlawing Fortune-Telling and Penalizing Healers
Zenit
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July 10, 2025
(ZENIT News / Angola, 10.07.2025).- Archbishop José Manuel Imbamba of Saurimo, Angola, President of the Episcopal Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST), asked the authorities to penalize divination practices due to the social damage they...
Angolan defender Mindinho joins Portuguese Portimonense until 2028
Ver Angola
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Armindo Canji, 21, known as Mindinho in Angola, played for Kabuscorp after training at Petro de Luanda and then with Interclube. "I hope to be at my best at all times and help the club achieve its goals. My strengths are my speed and strength. I...
‘Balloons Aloft’ returns to Angola Friday
WPTA - Indiana
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July 11, 2025
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The fan favorite “Balloons Aloft” event is set to return to Angola High School this weekend. Balloons Aloft will kick off on Friday, July 11, at 4 p.m. and will last through Sunday morning, ending with one last...
Edson Baptista is the first scientist in natural radioactivity in Angola and Africa
Ver Angola
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According to Angop, Edson Baptista received a Pass with Distinction grade from the University of Coimbra (Portugal), earning this degree and establishing himself as one of the few African geoscientists specializing in natural radioactivity....
South Koreans want to build integrated school complex in Angola
Ver Angola
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According to a statement from the Ministry of Education, obtained by VerAngola, the South Korean delegation, led by the president of the Korea-African Peace Foundation, Yongwoo Lee, was received by the Minister of Education late Thursday morning....
New details: Angola corrections officer reportedly smuggled phones into prison in her bra
The Advocate - Louisiana
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July 11, 2025
A 12-year veteran corrections lieutenant at Angola State Penitentiary was arrested earlier this week for having allegedly smuggled multiple cellphones into the state prison. Arrest documents now show the officer, 62-year-old Judy Robertson...
Timor-Leste appoints Ivo Jorge Valente as new ambassador to Angola
Ver Angola
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"The appointment of Ambassador Ivo Jorge Valente represents a new chapter in our diplomatic relations with Angola. His extensive experience in the areas of law and governance, combined with a deep understanding of our country's development needs,...
The weight of transport on the Angolan family budget
Ver Angola
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The Increase in Transportation Fare: A New Burden for Workers On July 6, 2025, the National Land Transportation Agency (ANTT) officially announced an increase in public transportation fares. The new fares are as follows: Kz 300.00 per trip for...
Catholic Bishops in Angola Denounce Persecution of Catechists, Decry Neglect of Social Services, Infrastructure
ACI Africa
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July 10, 2025
The Angolan member of the Society of the Divine Word (SVD) faulted civil and religious authorities for remaining silent in the face of such abuse. “They feel abandoned. Neither the civil authorities, police, nor even their own Church community...
Angola by the Bay to host 50th annual craft show July 19
Cape Gazette - Delaware
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Angola by the Bay will host its 50th annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, July 19, rain or shine, at its community clubhouse at 33457 Woodland Circle, Lewes. More than 125 artisans and vendors from throughout Delaware will be selling...
Angola: Economist calls for greater wealth distribution
Macau Business
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July 9, 2025
Economist Alves da Rocha praised efforts to address inequalities in Angola on Wednesday and argued that if income distribution were more equitable, especially in terms of wages, the removal of state fuel subsidies would receive less social...
Registration is now open for the 7th edition of the dstangola/Camões Prize. The award will recognize Angolan poetry
Ver Angola
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Applications for this literature award, sponsored by dstgroup in partnership with the Camões Institute, are open until the end of August. "Applications will be accepted from July 10 to August 31, 2025," reads a statement sent to VerAngola, which...
Exhibition on contemporary Angolan culture at Portuguese arts center
Ver Angola
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According to the Sines City Council, in the Setúbal district, the exhibition "Balumuka! – Poetic Narrative of Liberation...or, Kaluanda Poetic Rebellion" opens at 4:00 pm this Saturday and will be open until October 15th. This exhibition "centers...
Peru and Angola hold First Political Consultations Meeting to strengthen bilateral ties
Andina
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July 10, 2025
Deputy Minister Denegri emphasized that this inaugural meeting marks a historic milestone in the bilateral relationship. Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening political dialogue, developing effective technical cooperation,...
Angola imported 20,390 tons of fishery products between 2022 and 2023
Ver Angola
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According to the Angolan Fisheries Statistical Yearbook 2022-2023, accessed this Wednesday by Lusa, the most important imports include canned goods, dried cod, croaker, and various fish, among others. Dried cod represented 30.5 percent of all...
Portugal committed to infrastructure in Angola has 2.5 billion to restore historical monuments
Ver Angola
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Reiterating Portugal's commitment to continuing its collaboration with Angola in the infrastructure sector, the Portuguese diplomat also stated that Portugal is committed to fostering professional training opportunities for Angolans, especially...
Angola Balloons Aloft ready for liftoff on Friday
The Herald Republican - Indiana
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ANGOLA — Angola Balloons Aloft will return in 2025, with many of the favorites offered over the years will be on hand at Angola High School for this 16th year. Northeast Indiana’s premier hot air balloon competition kicks off Friday, with a media...
Angola opens up to tourists in a pivot from oil
IOL
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When Feliesiano Muteca started surfing a decade ago, he had the waves at Cabo Ledo on Angola's long Atlantic coastline pretty much to himself. Now, the unspoilt and sandy beach about 125 kilometres south of the capital Luanda has become a prized...
Engage in Vocation Discernment: Catholic Bishop in Angola Cautions Seminarians against “distraction” During Holidays
ACI Africa
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July 9, 2025
“It is not enough to have goodwill or to sow the seed. We must care for that seed daily, so it may grow and bear abundant fruit, helping our Church extend the frontiers of the Gospel,” the Local Ordinary of Ndalatando Diocese said at Holy Mass for...
At Diocesan Pastoral Week in Angola, Catholic Bishop Urges Constructive Criticisms “even if they concern the Bishop”
ACI Africa
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July 9, 2025
“The hierarchy exists to serve the people. It only has value as long as it is in service to those from whom it comes,” the Catholic Church leader said. Set to conclude on Sunday, July 13, the Diocesan Pastoral Week aimed to foster deeper...