Aviation & Connectivity: TAAG Angola Airlines has started using the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner on the Luanda–Lisbon–Luanda route, with two weekly frequencies, after EASA certification—an upgrade aimed at meeting growing Angola–Portugal travel demand. Trade & Manufacturing Push: FILDA 2026 in Icolo e Bengo confirms 2,348 exhibitors and reports 95% pavilion readiness, under the theme “Produce and innovate locally, succeed globally,” with security and logistics plans in place. Mining & Diamonds: Anglo American’s preferred bidder for an 85% De Beers stake is led by Gareth Penny, with the consortium reportedly open to Angola participation—while Namibia denies losing its bid and Botswana weighs its options. Energy Security: A report warns Africa’s refining gap leaves countries exporting crude and importing products; it points to Angola and Nigeria’s refining capacity as a way to cut vulnerability. Fisheries Investment: Chinese tuna firm Pingtai Rong plans a USD 77m Angola fishery industrial park, targeting modern fleets now and aquaculture later. Oil & Gas: ReconAfrica says Kavango West 1X has produced hydrocarbons to surface during testing, with further zones to be tested next. Infrastructure & Tourism: The Lobito Corridor continues to draw international visitors via the Benguela Railway (CFB), highlighting trade and tourism potential.