AUDA-NEPAD Funding Push: Angola’s President João Lourenço updated leaders in Egypt on AUDA-NEPAD contributions, arguing Africa must steer more public, private and “own” capital to continental priorities as external dependence holds back development. Alamein Dealmaking: At the Alamein Africa Forum, founding states agreed to set up an Alamein Investment Platform by Feb 2027 and a mid-2027 SME facility to close AUDA-NEPAD funding gaps. Lobito Corridor Momentum: Angola is also in the mix for the Lobito Corridor push, with a high-level coordination meeting in Lusaka aimed at turning corridor plans into an operating trade and production ecosystem. Transport & Logistics in Luanda: Angola’s HubTransporte & Logística Summit focused on rail, ports and digital logistics, including agreements to modernize the Luanda–Malanje rail link and expand connectivity. Digital Infrastructure Upgrade: Angola Cables is upgrading its MONET and SACS transatlantic network with Ciena tech to meet AI-driven data demand. Mining Social License: Shanta Gold started large-scale resettlement for Ramula gold project households, aligning with IFC land acquisition standards. Marine Logistics Expansion: Tamrose expanded operations into Angola, securing a five-year offshore support vessels contract to back offshore cargo and logistics. Education for Industry: Angola’s government urged universities to shift from diploma-making to research and solutions tied to business and sustainable development.