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July 10, 2026, 12:33 pm
Angolan Vice-President Discusses Ratification of Convention Against Violence Towards Women
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angolan Vice-President Esperança da Costa received a delegation from the African Union (AU) in Luanda on Thursday--participants in the 2nd International Women's Forum for Peace and Democracy--to discuss the ratification of the African Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls.
National Roller Hockey Team Called Up for Tournament in Spain
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- The senior men's national roller hockey team was called up on Wednesday, in Luanda, to participate in an international tournament in Catalonia, Spain, scheduled for September 16-20 of the current year.
Expert Advocates for Increased Investment in Country's Film Industry
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- A lack of funding and a scarcity of technical teaching resources at film production schools constitutes the biggest challenges to the widespread expansion of the country's film industry, a teacher at the Arts School Complex, Wandi Tavares, stated on Wednesday in Luanda.
Lobito Corridor Secures $753 Million in Financing
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- A financing package of $753 million for the modernization and operation of the Lobito Corridor has recently been finalized, according to the Ministry of Transport.
Institute Denounces Devastation of Flora in Areas Bordering DRC
- [ANGOP] Mbanza-Kongo -- The head of department of the Forest Development Institute (IDF) in the province of Zaire, Ovídio Dala, denounced on Tuesday (07) in the municipality of Mbanza-Kongo the large-scale devastation of flora in the municipalities that share a border with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Petro De Luanda Football Team to Hold Training in Spain
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Petro de Luanda will hold a pre-season training program in Spain, from July 18 to August 7, with friendly matches already confirmed.
Health Minister Calls for Better Communication and End to Absenteeism
- [ANGOP] Talatona -- Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta advocated on Monday in Luanda for the need to strengthen communication between professionals and patients, as well as to put an end to absenteeism, in order to improve services across the country.
Cabinda Province's Environmental Awareness to Reach 30,000 Residents By 2027
- [ANGOP] Cabinda -- The Cabinda secretary for the environment, solid waste management and community services, Nilvado Tati, assured on Tuesday (07) that the ongoing environmental preservation and conservation campaign in the province, which began in December 2025, plans to raise awareness among 30,000 residents by the end of 2027.
Angola and Congo Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola and the Republic of the Congo discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation on Tuesday in Luanda, focusing on regional issues and identifying new partnership opportunities in sectors of mutual interest.
Disagreements Prompt Postponement of Cybersecurity Bill Discussion
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- The National Assembly suspended the discussion of the Cybersecurity Bill within the specialized committees on Tuesday due to a lack of consensus between the Executive and the lawmakers regarding the preamble and the first two chapters of the proposed legislation.
Angola and Mozambique Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation in the Health Sector
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- On Monday in Luanda, Angola and Mozambique agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the health sector by sharing experiences regarding human resource training and the strengthening of their national health systems.
National Assembly Speaker Calls for Excellence-Based Operational Standard
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola's National Assembly Speaker Adão de Almeida advocated on Tuesday in Luanda for the adoption of an institutional operational standard grounded in excellence, aiming to foster a culture of mutual trust and loyalty among the staff of the "House of Laws."
Cubango Holds a Unique Place in Angola's Environmental Landscape - Environment Minister
- [ANGOP] Menongue -- Angolan Environment Minister Ana Paula de Carvalho stated on Tuesday in Menongue that Cubango province holds a unique place in the country's environmental landscape due to its vast territory and diverse ecosystems.
Mandume Ya Ndemufayo University Secures Funding to Strengthen Stem Programs
- [ANGOP] Lubango -- Mandume ya Ndemufayo University (UMN) has secured $3.5 million in World Bank funding to support and strengthen Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programs across its constituent units.
Tourism Aims to Be a Leading Job-Creation Sector in Angola
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Tourism Minister Márcio Daniel stated on Tuesday in Luanda that his sector aims to transform tourism into one of the top three sectors for job creation in Angola.
Angola Prisons Face Overcrowding of Over 5,000 Inmates
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola's Interior Minister Manuel da Conceição Homem revealed on Monday in Viana that the country's penitentiary facilities are holding over 5,000 inmates beyond their authorized capacity--a situation that will be addressed through the opening of new units in the coming days.
Firebrigade Reports 17 Deaths Over the Weekend in Angola
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- At least seventeen people died and thirty-five were injured across the country over the weekend, after 129 incidents recorded by the Civil Protection and Fire Service (SPCB).
Operation 'Authenticity' Seizes Over 100,000 Expired Pharmaceutical Products
- [ANGOP] Catete -- Over 100,000 units of various expired medicines, which were on sale at the Km30 informal market in the municipality of Sequele, province of Icolo & Bengo, were seized on Monday (06) by the National Police.
Angosat-2 Brings DStv Broadcasts to Universities in Remote Areas
- [ANGOP] Talatona -- Universities and training centers across four Angolan provinces--equipped with connectivity infrastructure from the *Conecta Angola Comercial* project, supported by the ANGOSAT-2 satellite--will be able to watch 2026 World Cup matches broadcast by DStv.
Angola Participates in the 68th Series of Meetings of Wipo Member States
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- A multi-sectoral Angolan delegation is participating in the Annual Informal Political Ministerial Dialogue and the 68th Series of Meetings of the Assemblies of Member States of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) taking place from the 6th to the 15th of this month, in Geneva, Switzerland.
Angola Meets Conditions to Host the MMA World Championship
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) on Monday expressed confidence on the preparedness of Angola to host the World Championship, scheduled to take place from September 27 to October 2 in Luanda.
Singers Robertinho and Legalize Send Crowd Into a Frenzy At 'Caldo Do Poeira' Event
- [ANGOP] Dundo -- The Angolan singers Robertinho and Legalize were the highlights of the 2026 edition of "Caldo do Poeira" music event, which took place on Sunday (5) in the municipality of Lucapa, north-eastern province of Lunda-Norte, sending guests into a frenzy to the sound of semba (Angolan music Style).
Angola Participates in Land Forces Forum in Nigeria
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Army Commander, General João Kiteculo, is leading the Angolan delegation participating in the 3rd Africa Land Forces Forum in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, aiming to improve matters regarding the defence of the continent.
Musical Event Highlights Child Protection
- [ANGOP] Talatona -- The second edition of the musical event named "Elefantito", held at ZAP Cinema theaters on Sunday, in Luanda, highlighted the importance of child protection, focusing on children's rights and the assertion of their identity.
Environmentalist Advocates Raising Awareness About Plastic Recycling
- [ANGOP] Ondjiva -- Environmentalist Isidore Papy on Sunday, in Ondjiva City, southern Cunene Province, advocated for increased public awareness regarding the importance of plastic recycling in order to prevent waste accumulation and negative impacts on public health.
President João Lourenço Congratulates Cabo Verde On Its Independence Anniversary
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angolan President João Lourenço congratulated the people and Government of Cabo Verde on the celebration of the country's 50th Anniversary of national independence, marked on Sunday.
Angola Expects to Raise 300 Billion Kwanzas From Sale of 15 Percent Stake in Unitel
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- The Angolan State expects to raise 300 billion kwanzas through the Public Offering (IPO) of 7.5 million shares, representing 15% of UNITEL's share capital.
Angola News Agency Focuses On Training to Strengthen Editorial Quality
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola News Agency (ANGOP) on Monday launched a training program for its staff, aimed at enhancing editorial quality, standardizing procedures, and ensuring strict adherence to the agency's writing standards, style guide, and editorial policy.
