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Nigeria’s foreign affairs minister has traveled to Luanda to attend an African Union Extraordinary Session focused on continental governance and social policy, including discussions on child domestic labor. The delegation’s arrival underscores Nigeria’s active diplomatic role ahead of key AU deliberations.
Angola's capital, Luanda, has expelled more than 53,000 illegal immigrants in seven months, with the majority originating from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
A new law combating online disinformation has come into force in Angola, imposing duties on digital platforms and stipulating fines and sanctions for spreading false information, even covering foreign content.
The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) facilitated the participation of 10 Italian companies at the 41st Feira Internacional de Luanda (Filda) in Angola, showcasing innovative solutions in agro-industry and other sectors.
Two Russian men have been sentenced to 8 and 11 years in prison in Angola on charges of terrorism and spying. The convictions followed deadly unrest in the country.
Italy and Angola are strengthening cooperation in the clean energy sector, marked by the inauguration of a new production center for improved stoves in Luanda as part of the 'Eni for Clean Cooking' program.
The Macau government aims to ensure a swift leadership transition at the Portuguese School of Macau following the confirmed departure of Acácio de Brito to Luanda, with the change dependent on authorizations from Macau and other regions.
Italy is celebrating its diplomatic relations with Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan on Republic Day, highlighting strong ties. Additionally, the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Italy and Angola was commemorated in Luanda.
Brazilian singer Marvvila's concert in Lisbon was canceled last Sunday due to contractual problems, specifically the failure of the contracting company, QSamba, to provide air tickets from Luanda to Lisbon after her performance in Angola.
A Reconciliation Commission discovered a mass grave containing the remains of over 500 people in Luanda, Angola, believed to be victims of the May 27, 1977 events. The remains have been sent for laboratory analysis.
The Italian Embassy in Angola participated in the 'Konectandu Versi Diversi' project in Luanda, marking 50 years of relations between Italy and Angola with a speech by Chargé d’Affaires Vito Graziano.
Pope Leo XIV embarked on a three-day visit to Angola and Cameroon, delivering messages of peace to citizens. His trip, however, was reportedly overshadowed by comments made by Donald Trump concerning the pontiff.
Over 45,000 families in Luanda, Angola, were left without power after an act of sabotage caused five high-tension towers to collapse, with the energy company condemning the act and assuring power restoration.
Heavy rains in Benguela and Luanda, Angola, have caused 45 deaths and affected more than 50,000 people. The downpours also damaged 23 schools, five health centers, and 56 electricity poles.
A Member of Parliament for Luanda, Kenya, is protesting the proposed shift of a Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) station, warning of a significant economic blow to the town.
(ANSA) - ROMA, 25 FEB - The Italian Embassy in Angola participated in the ceremony commemorating the fourth anniversary of the start of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine. The event took place at the Ukrainian Embassy in Angola and was attended by European Union ambassadors and various diplomatic representatives present in the country. Ukrainian Ambassador Andrii Kasianov welcomed the guests, emphasizing the courage of the Ukrainian people and the importance of international solidar...
The African Union is holding its first dedicated conference on conflict resolution, aiming to transition from a reactive posture to a proactive strategy through the adoption of the Luanda Decision.
The 8th edition of the Luanda International Film Festival (FIC) is set to return in October after a three-year break, expecting over 6,000 attendees and more than 100 films.
A cyberattack on Angolan telecommunications company Unitel last Tuesday is still causing disruptions to digital payments and transfers in Luanda, forcing many to wait at banks for physical cash.
The President of the Assembly of the Republic, Aguiar Branco, has appealed for the full liberation of PAIGC leader Simões Pereira during the XV Session of the CPLP Parliamentary Assembly in Luanda.
The League of Combatants has identified military graves across eleven municipalities, with 18 bodies slated for exhumation in the initial phase, to be reinterred in ossuaries in Angola under an agreement between Lisbon and Luanda.
General Dagvin Anderson stated in Luanda that the Washington Agreements do not entail a US military presence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but rather focus on access to critical minerals. This statement was made on the sidelines of a summit with 35 countries.
The Italian Embassy in Angola concluded its series of documentary screenings in Luanda, held as part of celebrations for the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Manuel Domingos Augusto died this Friday in Luanda, at the age of 68, due to illness. José Luís Carneiro highlights his career "of public service and dedication to cooperation between peoples and brother parties."
Orlando Pirates loanee Gilberto is reportedly returning to his parent club after breaching contractual agreements during his time at Petro de Luanda.
Reports from Luanda detail tragic police shootings, including the death of Denis Omondi, who was reportedly shot by police while buying bread, leaving young families devastated.
The Italian Embassy in Angola announced the 'Poesicultura' cultural event, featuring Italian and Angolan artists, to be held in Luanda as part of the 'Konectandu Versi Diversi' project.
Vandalized high-voltage power towers have left 270,000 residents in Luanda, Icolo e Bengo, Angola, without electricity, with restoration efforts currently underway.
The number of deaths due to heavy rains in Angola has risen to 45, with 13 fatalities, five disappearances, and one injury reported in the capital, Luanda.
The Italian Ambassador to Luanda, Marco Ricci, met with Angolan Minister of Planning Victor Hugo Guilherme to review ongoing projects and explore new areas of cooperation. The discussions were held under the framework of the Mattei Plan.
A woman is accused of facilitating illegal immigration between Luanda and Lisbon from May 2024 to March 2025, personally accompanying travelers using forged documents and charging up to 8,000 euros per service.
Higino Carneiro, a pre-candidate for the MPLA presidency, spoke outside the Supreme Court in Luanda after his first instruction session, stating he will not give up his candidacy and considers himself innocent.
Angolan investigators have detained three individuals in connection with the death of a 49-year-old Brazilian man found lifeless with signs of violence in a Luanda hotel. The victim had arrived in the country transporting 94 cocaine capsules in his abdomen.
Angola's National Assembly has approved amendments to the domestic violence law, making it a public crime and expanding its scope to include new forms of technological abuse.
Aguiar Branco announced in Luanda that Portugal will assume the rotating presidency of the CPLP Parliamentary Assembly in 2027, succeeding Mozambique.
A restaurant in Brockton, Luanda, has gained viral attention for a mural of Cabo Verde's star goalkeeper, Vozinha, with people stopping by just to take pictures.
The European Union is financing a project to modernize waste management in Luanda, Angola, where the city produces 6,000 to 8,000 tons of waste daily with a recycling rate below 5%. The project focuses on strengthening governance and regulation.
A 54-year-old Portuguese citizen from Santarém was arrested with Angolans in a network producing high-quality counterfeit notes intended for circulation in Luanda.
Luanda MP Dick Maungu is set to replace John Waluke as the Public Investments Committee chair after Wamboka was ejected, amidst a reshuffle pushing Gachagua allies to less influential roles.
The Italian contemporary jazz group Cosmic Renaissance held a concert in Luanda, Angola. The event was organized at the Epic Sana Luanda Hotel by the Fundação Bornito de Sousa together with Ita.
Workers in various countries, including the Philippines and Nigeria, marked Labor Day with protests and calls for higher wages amid economic challenges. Leaders acknowledged the struggles while urging continued effort from the labor force.
Pope Francis concluded his visit to Angola at the Fátima Parish in Luanda, appealing for reconciliation and development as the "new name of peace" for the nation.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to and held their first direct negotiations in decades, with talks facilitated by the United States. An Israeli envoy described the discussions as an excellent exchange of views.
Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Angola, particularly in the capital Luanda, resulting in the deaths of dozens of people. The death toll continues to rise as rescue efforts are underway across affected areas.
American actor Will Smith met with Angolan President Joao Lourenco in Luanda, where he reportedly proposed that the leader appear in his new film.
Luanda tinha manifestado "grande preocupação" pelo facto de a direção UNITA ter marcado uma atividade na localidade de Muangai, "não declarada livre de minas". Líder do partido já reagiu.