A Polícia Nacional, na província da Huíla, mobilizou mais de 100 efectivos para garantir a ordem e segurança durante a Peregrinação da Mamã Muxima, no Toco, município do Hoque, que decorre de 31 de Outubro a 1 de Novembro de 2026. Segundo o vigário-geral da Arquidiocese do Lubango, Domingos Maurício, todas as condições estão criadas […]
Wiliete defeated São Salvador do Kongo 1-0 during the eighth round of the Liga Unitel Girabola 2026/2027. The match took place yesterday at the Estádio Nacional de Ombaka in Benguela. The team is led by Brazilian coach Beto Bianchi. With this win, Wiliete now holds the sole lead of the championship. They have accumulated a total of 19 points.
A girl under five years old was sexually abused by her 50-year-old grandfather in Malanje province. The Criminal Investigation Service registered the case this week. The suspect is currently detained and waiting to be heard by a judge. A psychopedagogy specialist recommended continuous psychotherapeutic follow-up for the child to prevent irreversible trauma.
The National Housing Institute gave residents of Vida Pacífica apartments 60 days in October to settle their payments. Those who fail to pay risk losing their properties. A legal expert argues that these evictions are illegal without a court sentence. The expert claims the National Housing Institute does not have the authority to order such removals.
Angola spent 1.8 billion dollars on importing liquid fuels during the third quarter of 2026. The state imported 1,174,934 metric tons of fuel for commercial use. According to the deputy director general of the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute, this spending reflects an 8% increase compared to the previous quarter.
Angola aims to increase trade with Tanzania and explore the country's integration into strategic logistics projects. A primary focus is the Lobito Corridor. These goals are part of a state visit by President João Lourenço. The visit began on Thursday, October 29, following an invitation from the Tanzanian president.
The minister of MAPTSS announced precautionary measures for public servants without justification. Over 31,000 employees are listed as active in the state database but have registration irregularities. These individuals are suspected of being ghost workers. Meanwhile, more than 388,000 public servants have already updated their data in the new human resources management system.
Business establishments in Angola typically display documents proving their legal status in reception areas or halls. Coordinator Dani Costa notes that the format of the frames used for these documents often contrasted with the efforts of the business owners.
Stopping marine pollution requires a collective effort from everyone. Proper waste management and inspection are listed as important initiatives. These actions should be included in programs run by both public and private entities. Marine pollution often stems from activities in aquatic environments, such as fishing and maritime navigation. Legal instruments are necessary to penalize those responsible.
Pumangol, an Angolan firm that distributes fuels and lubricants, introduced a new feature on Wednesday the 28th. The feature, called Self Service VIA, is integrated into the VIA mobile application and lets customers pump fuel without staff assistance. By allowing drivers to refuel autonomously, the company aims to increase convenience for motorists. The launch ceremony was held at the Elavoko service station.
President João Lourenço sent a message of solidarity to King Felipe VI of Spain. This followed a serious train accident in Toledo on Wednesday the 28th. The crash resulted in dozens of deaths and more than one hundred injuries.
The Ministry of Health is hosting the Second Angolan Symposium on Neurophysiology this Thursday in Luanda. The event is part of a specialized training program for sector staff in Clinical Neurophysiology. This training began earlier in the week. The main goals are to improve diagnostics and support for patients with these conditions.
The Embassy of Angola in the United States conducted a mobile consular mission in Boston. Approximately 250 Angolan citizens received assistance with passports, identification documents, and other administrative services.
Angola spent 1.08 billion US dollars to import liquid fuels during the third quarter of 2026. The total amount imported reached 1,174,934 metric tons for sale during that period. This data was announced on Wednesday by Antonio Feijo, the deputy director of the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute.
Angolan Head of State João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço arrived in Dar es Salaam for a working visit. He traveled to the economic center of the United Republic of Tanzania at the invitation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan. The visit is scheduled to last 72 hours.
On Wednesday the Ministry of Environment held a national conference in Luanda focused on combating biodiversity disasters. The gathering was organized to reinforce the country’s commitment to preventing coastal pollution and to address the challenges of waste management. Officials framed the event under the slogan “Clean Angola, less plastic and more life.” The conference was chaired by the minister of environment. Participants discussed strategies to improve environmental conditions along the coast.
The municipality of Chibia in Huíla province is celebrating 99 years since becoming a town. The anniversary includes various economic, cultural, and sporting events. A central part of the celebration is an exhibition featuring ornamental rocks and agricultural products. This event, known as Expo-Chibia, raised over 70 million kwanzas over three days.
Several opposition parties in Angola are forming a platform to monitor next year's general elections. This joint civic monitoring platform includes civil and social organizations. The plan emerged from the National Conference on the Electoral Process. Participating parties include BD, PDP-ANA, PNSA, and PPA, alongside the Angolan Federation of Associations of People with Disabilities.
General elections in Angola took place on August 24, 2022. These votes determined the makeup of the Parliament. People remain interested in the definitive results of the election and the winner. The process also decided how parties are represented in the National Assembly.
João Katombela from the newspaper OPAÍS won the Huíla Provincial Journalism Prize for the third time. He received the award on Tuesday night, October 27. His winning work fell under the press category. The reporting focused on family conflicts regarding the sharing of inheritances. It also examined the struggles widows and orphans face when defending their rights.
The Angolan government approved the removal of the Habitability Certificate as a requirement for economic activities. This decision was made on Tuesday the 27th. The move is part of a plan to simplify administrative processes. It aims to improve the business environment in the country. The government intends to reduce bureaucratic burdens for economic operators by removing these administrative demands.
Gaspar Paíto, the driver for Celso Rosas, who serves as the PCA of the Porto do Lobito, was arrested this month. The Criminal Investigation Service detained him for the illegal possession of diamonds. He was taken to the Cavaco prison in Benguela on the 16th. The news of the arrest spread via social media and various web portals.
Criminal Investigation Services in Benguela detained a 27-year-old man last weekend. The suspect is accused of defrauding nine people using fake promises of recruitment into the National Police and other public institutions. These scams resulted in financial losses totaling 1,381,000 kwanzas. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the matter.
Police in Luanda arrested a 24-year-old man who served as a pastor for the International City of Love Ministry. He is accused of demanding sexual favors from female followers. The suspect allegedly offered blessings in exchange for these acts. The detention was carried out by officers from the Criminal Offenses Investigation Directorate in the Kilamba Kiaxi district.
Idalina Valente, a coordinator for the MPLA in Benguela province, called for increased mobilization. She spoke at the end of the first extraordinary Committee meeting on Tuesday. The goal is to strengthen party structures and community ties. This effort is aimed at the 2027 general elections.
The Angolan government is working to increase investments and find international technological partners. This effort aims to speed up the expansion of water supply and electric power infrastructure. The strategy focuses on diversifying funding sources and strengthening economic diplomacy. The minister of Energy is leading the initiative.
Angola spent over one billion dollars to import 74% of the fuels consumed during the third quarter of this year. This data was released by the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute. The country imported 1.1 million tons of fuel for commercialization. Diesel made up 48% of these imports, while gasoline accounted for 30.1%. These figures show an increase of about 8% compared to the previous quarter.
More than 50 people died following a collision between two trains on a high-speed line in Spain. The accident occurred on Wednesday near the Urda station in Toledo. Provisional data from Spanish authorities indicates that over 100 people were injured. Spanish railway companies provided information regarding the two locomotives involved in the crash.
Egídio de Sousa Santos delivered his credentials to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal on Tuesday. He is the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Angola. This document allows him to officially serve as the head of the Diplomatic Mission in Senegal. The two met during a courtesy meeting.
Angola's government, led by the MPLA, which has held power for 50 years, announced that retired and deceased civil servants are still recorded as active in the public service database. The authorities admitted the existence of more than 31,000 'fictitious or ghost' public employees. The information was delivered by Teresa Rodrigues Dias, the Minister of Public Administration, Labour and Social Security, who noted that the personnel in question carries a cost to the state. The outlet Jornal Folha 8 framed the report with a satirical headline suggesting ghost public servants vote for the MPLA. The article quoted President João Lourenço's repeated line that the MPLA 'did more in 50 years than the Portuguese in 500,' adding sarcastically that he is indeed right. It also referred to Lourenço as the 'non-elected president,' reflecting the publication's critical view of the ruling party. The report was first published by Jornal Folha 8.
The Angolan government has proposed a 10% salary increase for public servants in 2027. This proposal has sparked a debate over whether the amount is enough to cover the daily cost of living. Many families struggle with the price of basic food baskets and essential medicines. Transport costs also add to the financial burden. There are concerns that the increase will not stop the decline in purchasing power for workers.
The Ministry of Health started a training program this week focused on hospital logistics and stock management. The initiative aims to train 708 professionals across 21 provinces. This effort focuses on improving how medicines and essential materials are supplied and stored. It also seeks to better the control and distribution of these items within health units.
President João Lourenço left Angola on Wednesday morning. He is traveling to Dar es Salaam, the capital of the United Republic of Tanzania. This state visit comes at the invitation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan. The President is accompanied by First Lady Ana Dias Lourenço.
Classrooms in Angola face unprecedented challenges across all levels of education, from primary school to university. Those working in schools encounter a complex deadlock regarding student attention. There is a struggle to motivate a new generation of digital learners. Educators are trying to find ways to ensure inclusive and continuous pedagogical practices.
Angola will be represented at the 2026 edition of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam by judoka Maria Segunda. She competes for Interclube, the club linked to the Ministry of the Interior, and holds the African champion title in the sport. The tournament runs from the 29th to the 31st of this month in the United Arab Emirates. Word of her participation came in a note issued by the club, which the newspaper obtained. At the event, Segunda will carry the colours of the national flag.
The National School Feeding Program was approved and launched by the Executive in 2025. More than 70,000 students in initiation and primary education across Moxico Leste have benefited from the program. It aims to strengthen school nutrition and improve learning conditions for children.
The national football champion, Petro de Luanda, played against Bravos do Maquis at Mundunduleno Stadium in Luena, Moxico. The match ended in a one-one draw during the eighth round of the national competition. Lito scored for the home team in the 49th minute. Tiago Azulão scored the equalizing goal for the petrolíferos.
Recreativo da Caála won a match against 1º de Agosto with a score of one to zero. The game took place at the Daniel Lutucuta Stadium in Huambo as part of the eighth round of the Liga Unitel Girabola 2026/2027. The military team started the match with determination and focused on offensive operations from the beginning. The first half of the game was characterized by balance between the two teams.
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo reported that the Ebola epidemic has surpassed 10,000 confirmed cases. The outbreak, which was first declared on May 15, has resulted in 4,887 deaths.
Seventeen inmates escaped from a prison in Yheni, India, on Monday night. The escape began when one prisoner faked a medical emergency by pretending to faint. Guards opened the cell door to provide help and were then attacked. This distraction allowed the group of inmates to flee the facility.
Lucas Alves has become the first person of Portuguese origin elected as a city councillor in Mississauga. This result occurred during municipal elections held on Monday in one of Canada's largest cities. The same elections saw the reelection of Paul Vicente and Martin Medeiros in Brampton. Alves expressed pride in the privilege of representing the community in Mississauga.
China's population decline cannot be reversed in the short term. Independent demographer He Yafu told Lusa that the trend might change in the long run. This would require the government in Beijing to significantly increase incentives for birth rates.
Photojournalist, professor and researcher Nambi Wanderley writes about photography as a means of building the identity of people from Luanda. He says the subject lies within his comfort zone and he intends to explore it in depth. The article suggests that the approach could become part of an essay for his forthcoming doctoral dissertation in Social Sciences, specializing in Social Communication. He acknowledges the difficulties inherent in investigating this theme. The piece is presented as part of a current edition of his work.
The Luanda Science Center is hosting an exhibition titled Mosassauro – The Return of the Angolan Sea Monster. The display will remain open to the public for one year. It features a full-size three-dimensional reconstruction of a prognathodon. This creature measures 11 meters in length. The model was created using fossils found in the Namibe region and the Netherlands.
The National Cinematheque was reopened on Monday the 26th by Culture Minister Filipe Zau. The cultural space is located within the facilities of Cines Alfa 1 and 2. The minister stated that the reopening will be marked in the history of Angolan culture. He explained that the goal is to preserve and revive national cinema.
Wiliete de Benguela aims to secure a solo lead in the Unitel Girabola League. They face São Salvador do Kongo at the Ombaka National Stadium. The match is scheduled for 16:00. This game is part of the eighth round of the competition. The round ends on November 4 with another matchup.
Sebastião Domingos Gunza, the president judge of the Court of Accounts, spoke in Luanda about the need for a new generation of auditors. He delivered this speech during the opening of the 9th Seminar of the Organization of Superior Control Institutions of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries. The judge argued that these future professionals must be competent and honest. He emphasized that they should be committed to the public interest.
The United Nations Development Programme is holding a series of information sessions in Luanda. These sessions are for university students and young professionals. The goal is to present available UN volunteering opportunities. One of the capacity building events is taking place at a university campus.
Former EDIPESCA workers are seeking social security registration and retirement benefits. A legal support commission has already helped 279 out of 541 workers obtain pensions. Over 80 people are still waiting for their benefits. These individuals are frustrated by the slow progress of the second phase of the process, which currently has no set completion date.
Angola has over two million vehicles on its roads. However, only about 366,000 of these vehicles have valid insurance. José Leiria, the secretary of state for tax affairs, expressed concern about this gap on October 23. The government is now advocating for stricter compliance with mandatory insurance laws.
