Angola’s Media Modernization: Angola’s National Radio launched a new digital transmission system in Luanda, boosting coverage to about 99% in Luanda province and improving reception in Bengo and Icolo e Bengo, with plans to upgrade public media infrastructure. Financial Inclusion & Credit: Angola’s ENIF push is moving from access to impact, with lower inflation (10.11% y/y in June) creating room for cheaper credit and enabling mobile/digital payment providers to expand into lending. Telecom & Connectivity for Industry: In Bié, the first Technology and Science Fair used Angosat-2 to deliver free internet access (up to 5 Mbps), supported by training that builds local capacity for satellite connectivity solutions. Agriculture & Forestry Jobs: In Cuima (Huambo), a beekeeping cooperative helped 98 families shift from charcoal to honey, jams, fruit preserves and eco-friendly briquettes, averaging 118 liters of refined honey per month. Maritime Security: Angola’s Navy leadership stressed upgrading maritime surveillance and assets to tackle piracy, illegal fishing, trafficking, pollution and cybercrime across the South Atlantic. Energy & Trade Links: The Lobito Corridor remains central for regional mineral logistics, with financing momentum and Angola’s role in connecting DRC copper zones to Lobito port. Cyber Risk: Angola topped the list of African countries by weekly cyber attacks per organisation in June, underscoring pressure on energy, government and financial services to harden systems.