Angola Mining Safety: A Catholic bishop in Angola mourned 29 people, including children, buried alive in an artisanal gold mine collapse in Bengo Province, calling it a stark result of poverty and an “illusion of peace.” Southern Africa Energy & Industry: Schneider Electric named Prevashen Naicker Segment Director for Southern Africa’s energies and chemicals push, pointing to green hydrogen and ammonia projects already underway in Namibia, Angola and South Africa. Agriculture Trade: China will open its coffee market to eligible beans from all 53 African countries with diplomatic ties from July 20, 2026, using unified phytosanitary rules that include Angola among applicants. Logistics & Regional Trade: The Lobito Corridor—linking Angola’s Lobito port to the DRC and Zambia—moves into procurement and is expected to cut export costs by 30–40% versus South African routes, reshaping regional freight flows. Aviation & Connectivity: TAAG Angola reported a $144.6m net loss for 2025, citing modernization and reorganization. Phosphate Investment: Minbos executed final security for a US$16m IDC-backed Cabinda phosphate fertilizer plant drawdown, clearing the way for about US$4.8m to start flowing. Oil Market Pressure: Strait of Hormuz disruptions are boosting Nigeria’s crude exports to India, with Angola among alternative suppliers. Diamonds: Botswana and Angola were admitted as nation-affiliated members of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses, aiming to strengthen responsible luxury and producer cooperation. Offshore Services: TGS won a large 4D streamer contract offshore Angola, starting early July 2026 for about eight months.