Taxis and buses in Angola follow the increase in diesel prices

The fare for collective taxis, commonly referred to as “candongueiros,” will be set at 300 kwanzas per journey (0.28 euros), and urban bus fares will increase to 200 kwanzas per ride (0.19 euros), as stated in a communiqué from the ANTT. The new tariffs …

Namibia and Angola strengthen ties to fight financial crimes

U.S. firm to build $1.5B power line linking Angola, DRC

The project, valued at $1.5 billion, addresses persistent power shortages in the DRC’s southeastern Copperbelt region, which hosts critical mineral mines. With Angola enjoying a surplus of energy at its hydropower sites, the line will connect those sites …

Angola hikes diesel price again to bolster public finances

Angola hiked the diesel price by one-third from Friday as part of the government’s drive to curb costly subsidies and shore up public finances. The African oil-producing country has been gradually removing fuel subsidies since 2023, encouraged by the …

Angola Raises Diesel Price by 33 Pct, Third Increase This Year

Angola raised the diesel price by 33%, the third increase this year as authorities press ahead with fuel-subsidy cuts that have been encouraged by the International Monetary Fund. The price will rise to 400 kwanzas ($0.43) per liter on Friday from 300 …

Angola Hikes Diesel Prices Again to Boost Government Finance

Angola increased diesel prices by a third starting Friday as part of the government’s strategy to reduce expensive subsidies and strengthen public finances. The oil-rich African nation has been systematically eliminating fuel subsidies since 2023. Its …

US firm to build $1.5bn Angola to DRC power line

Angola’s government has tapped Hydro-Link, a firm owned by US-based Symbion Power, to lead the construction of a new $1.5bn power transmission line that will supply electricity to neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The privately owned 1,150km …

Angola Calls for Deeper Trade Ties with Zambia Amid Growing Economic Cooperation

The Angolan government has called on Zambia to broaden access for Angolan products in a bid to further strengthen bilateral trade. The appeal was made by Angolan representative Raimundo Dos Santos during a high-level engagement with Zambian officials at …

Angola: Agatchu announces sophomore EP Vibe

The six-track project marks a bold new chapter in Agatchu’s career, offering a vibrant sonic journey rooted in emotional connection, celebration, and cultural expression across the Afro-Lusophone world. Building on the introspective soul-searching of his …

Angola to start producing animal vaccines next year

The project, currently under construction in the province of Huambo, has an investment of 125 million euros and is being carried out by the Portuguese-Angolan and German consortium Noráfrica-Gauff, and is expected to begin operating in the first half of …