AGP Executive Report

Ebola Crisis in DRC: Suspected Ebola cases in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have surged past 1,000 (1,077 suspected, 121 confirmed, 17 deaths), with 13 health zones affected and social activities suspended in the epicentre Ituri as WHO warns the outbreak is outpacing response amid insecurity and conflict. Travel and Border Moves: Several countries are now flagged as high-risk for possible spread, with travel advisories and temporary restrictions tightening across the region, including warnings that arrivals from listed countries may face entry limits. Angola in the Spotlight: Angola is among the countries listed as at risk, while the broader regional pressure is also hitting cross-border trade and daily life in places like Goma. Angola’s Diamond Sector: Botswana and Angola have been admitted as nation-affiliated members of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses, boosting producer-country influence on responsible sourcing and competitiveness. Angola Economy/Transport: TAAG Angola Airlines posted a 2025 net loss of about $145M, citing modernization and reorganization efforts.

Ebola Emergency: WHO chief Tedros warns eastern DRC faces a “catastrophic collision” of Ebola and conflict, with violence, displacement and attacks on health facilities blocking humanitarian access; he urges neighbouring countries to act immediately as the outbreak spreads fast and has no approved vaccine or treatment for the Bundibugyo strain. Health Funding: Zambia is set to receive €10m from EIB Global’s Health Impact Investment Platform to strengthen primary healthcare and help projects become investment-ready, joining Angola, Burundi and Ethiopia in the first group. Angola Business & Energy: Minbos Resources says it has executed the final security agreement for its US$16m IDC loan and filed its first drawdown request (about US$4.8m) to fund phase 2 of the Cabinda phosphate fertilizer project. Regional Trade & Infrastructure: The US Senate confirmed veteran naval officer Frank Garcia as top Africa envoy, pointing to the Lobito Corridor linking Angola’s port to mineral regions in DRC and Zambia as a model for US trade and investment. Oil & Data Services: TGS won a large 4D streamer contract offshore Angola, starting early July for about eight months. Climate & Cities: African leaders at the World Urban Forum in Baku warn extreme weather and rapid urbanisation are outpacing housing and resilience capacity, with Angola among the delegations.

Ebola Emergency Escalates in DR Congo: The WHO says the outbreak is “outpacing” response as DR Congo reports 101 confirmed cases, 930 suspected infections and 221 suspected deaths, with attacks on treatment sites and unsafe burials worsening spread in conflict-hit eastern provinces. Travel Rules Tighten: A US White House task force says the DR Congo national team must stay in isolation for 21 days before World Cup matches, while US airports add Ebola screenings for travelers from affected countries. Security and Health Under Strain: In Angola’s Omusati province, police say only 2 of 6 escaped inmates have been arrested after an attack on holding cells that freed prisoners and seized weapons. Angola Business/Industry: Minbos Resources signed final security steps for a US$16m IDC loan tied to the Cabinda phosphate fertilizer plant, seeking a first 30% drawdown. Regional Sports: BAL action continues as Al Ahli Benghazi reach the semi-finals, setting up a clash that could include Angola’s Petro Atlético.

Ebola Emergency Escalates in Congo: Doctors in DR Congo’s Ituri province say attacks on Ebola treatment centres and patients fleeing are worsening an already fast-moving outbreak, as WHO warns neighbouring countries face high risk and that responders are “playing catch-up.” Regional Pressure at Borders: In eastern Congo, traders warn Rwanda’s border measures are triggering shortages and hunger fears, while WHO urges immediate action across adjoining states. Funding Push: Global pledges for the Congo Ebola response have surged to about $500m, with Africa CDC saying more countries are now at risk. Oil Shock Ripples to Africa: With the Strait of Hormuz disrupted, India is cutting Iraqi crude imports sharply and turning to Angola and Nigeria—a reminder that Angola’s energy links are being pulled by global conflict. Trade Boost for Angola’s Neighbours: China’s tariff-free push is accelerating cargo routes to Angola and Namibia, with ports like Tianjin Binhai positioning for surging China-Africa trade.

Ebola Emergency Escalates: WHO chief Tedros warned Congo’s neighbors to act immediately as the outbreak “spreads rapidly” and response is being outpaced; he cited insecurity in eastern DRC, distrust of outside authorities, and the lack of approved vaccines or treatments, while Africa CDC says 10 African countries—including Angola—are at high risk and suspected cases have surged past 900. Global Funding Push: The crisis has already pulled in about $500m in pledges, with the gap still likely to grow as preparedness expands. Angola’s Mining Shock: In Bengo province, an illegal gold mine collapse killed at least 28 miners, including 13 from one family, highlighting the deadly risks of informal extraction. Regional Security Deal: Kenya and Angola signed a defence cooperation agreement in Nairobi to boost training, peace support and capacity building. Energy Trade Shift: With Strait of Hormuz disruptions, India is diversifying crude imports and raising purchases from Angola and other African suppliers.

Illegal Mining Disaster: Angola’s northwestern Bengo province is reeling after a landslide hit an illegal gold mine, killing at least 28 people; four were rescued and searches are now complete, with victims reportedly aged 16–35 and 13 from one family. Ebola Escalation: In DR Congo, Ebola is worsening fast—WHO says the risk is “very high,” suspected cases have surged past 900, and Uganda confirmed three new cases as Africa CDC warns 10 countries, including Angola, are at risk. Regional Security: Kenya and Angola signed a Defence Cooperation Agreement in Nairobi, setting a framework for training, peace support and capacity building. Church & History: Pope Leo XIV issued a landmark apology for the Vatican’s role in legitimising slavery, calling it a “wound in Christian memory.” Energy & Trade: With Strait of Hormuz tensions disrupting Middle East supply, India’s refiners have been turning more to Angola and other African crude sources.

Ebola Surge, Regional Alarm: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has now passed 100 confirmed cases, with the WHO reporting at least seven deaths, while Uganda confirmed three new cases and suspended social activities in Ituri to slow spread. Cross-Border Risk to Angola: Africa CDC says 10 countries—including Angola—are at high risk as mobility and insecurity fuel transmission, and the WHO has raised the alert level to “very high.” Angola Tragedy: In northern Angola’s Bengo province, an illegal gold mine collapse killed at least 28 people, with two still missing and three injured receiving treatment. Local Jobs Pressure: In Namibia’s Okongo, residents are pushing for jobs and fair trade rules as Angolan traders compete in local markets. Sports Glance: Angola-linked headlines also include golf title wins and youth chess dominance by Egypt at the Africa Youth Chess Championship in Uganda.

Ebola Alarm Escalates: The Africa CDC says 10 African countries are now at high risk of Ebola spreading from the DRC and Uganda—naming Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Zambia—warning that high mobility and insecurity are accelerating transmission as the WHO has declared the outbreak an international emergency. DRC Death Toll Rises: In the DRC, officials updated deaths to 204 from 867 suspected cases, after the Red Cross reported three volunteers died while handling bodies in Ituri. Uganda Adds New Cases: Uganda confirmed three more Ebola cases, bringing its confirmed total to five. Angola Tragedy: Separately, Angola’s Bengo Province is reeling after a landslide at an illegal gold mine killed at least 28 people, with rescue efforts ongoing.

Ebola Alarm: The Africa CDC says 10 more African countries are now “at risk” as Ebola spreads from conflict-hit eastern DRC into Uganda, where three new cases were confirmed and the Red Cross reported three volunteer deaths in the DRC; Humanitarian Pressure: the WHO has declared the outbreak an international emergency and DRC officials put Ebola deaths at 204, with hundreds more suspected cases; Travel Crackdown: the US has temporarily expanded entry bans to green-card holders who recently visited DRC, Uganda or South Sudan, while screening is being stepped up at major airports; Angola Tragedy: in Bengo, a landslide at an illegal gold mine killed nearly 30 people, with rescue teams still searching; Regional Governance: SADC parliamentary forum committees wrapped up talks pushing member states to turn governance and rights commitments into real national action.

Ebola Alarm: Uganda confirmed three new Ebola cases as the WHO declared the outbreak an international emergency, while Africa CDC warned 10 countries—including Angola—are at risk due to “high mobility and insecurity.” Regional Governance: In Johannesburg, SADC Parliamentary Forum committees wrapped up pushing member states to turn commitments on governance, rights and inclusion into real national action, with Angolan lawmaker Luísa Damião chairing the human and social development track. Angola Conservation Breakthrough: Scientists say Angola’s “ghost elephants” are genetically linked to elephants in Namibia, after DNA from dung matched a distinct lineage and motion cameras finally photographed the nighttime giants. Water Security Progress: Namibia and Angola’s CuvKun project reported 2025 as a foundational year—studies launched, decision frameworks set, and pilot sites beginning for community water and farming resilience. Sports & Society: Angola also marked a national day of mourning for victims of political violence, while football and other regional fixtures for 2027 AFCON qualifiers were confirmed.

National Mourning: Angola’s President João Lourenço has declared a day of national mourning for victims of political violence, ordering flags at half-mast and cancelling public entertainment shows—an official nod to the country’s decades of conflict and collective loss. Sports Spotlight: In the U.S., Trine University’s softball run hit a peak as Debbie Hill powered a walk-off win over Muhlenberg to clinch the NCAA Division III Super Regional, while Angola’s own high school tennis team also advanced after a sectional title. Maritime & Security: Namibia’s navy intercepted a foreign-flagged fishing vessel near the Angola border, alleging illegal fishing and permit violations, with crew set to face court. Data & Governance: Angola and Namibia’s statistics agencies signed an MoU to boost reliable data systems, digital transformation, and training. Oil & Gas: Afentra says it plans Angola exploration drilling by 2027, aiming for first oil late in the year.

Mission Aviation Fellowship & Maternal Health: Mission Aviation Fellowship Canada and surgeon Dr. Stephen Foster are stepping up flights and surgical support to reach Angolan women isolated by obstetric fistula, turning days of bush travel into about an hour by air. Justice & Prison Conditions: A U.S. court is set to rule soon in a class-action over forced labor on Louisiana’s Angola Farm Line, with workers alleging heat, poor water and shade, and harsh conditions. Oil & Gas Push: Afentra says it’s targeting final investment decisions by end-2026/early 2027 for new exploration in Angola, aiming for first oil by end-2027, including work tied to discoveries left undeveloped for years. Sports & Youth: Angola-linked coverage also highlights regional momentum in football and table tennis across Southern Africa, with athletes preparing for upcoming CAF and Zone Five events. Education & Community: Local students continue racking up university accolades, while Angola’s wider community news includes fundraising and health outreach efforts.

Oil & Gas Push: Afentra says it’s moving ahead with onshore and offshore exploration in Angola, aiming for investment decisions by late 2026 or early 2027 and targeting first oil by end-2027, with up to three discoveries on Block 3/24 plus new Kwanza Basin drilling. Infrastructure & Connectivity: Angola Cables signed a transatlantic deal with US firm Uniti Wholesale to expand its fibre network reach, while Acrow inaugurated the first of 186 bridges under a financed Angola bridge program in Luanda. Logistics Expansion: Kaleido Logistics is integrating IFS South Africa into its network, strengthening corridor coverage across Southern Africa including Angola. Regional Sports: Zimbabwe will host the AU Sports Council Region 5 Table Tennis Championships in July, with Angola among the expected teams. Energy Education: ExxonMobil and Junior Achievement Nigeria launched the third STEM Africa Initiative in Abuja, building skills pipelines across Africa. Sports (US college): In a separate Angola, Indiana NCAA D3 softball action, Muhlenberg rallied to beat defending champ Trine 8-2 and is one win from the final eight.

Cuba-US Escalation: The U.S. Department of Justice has renewed attacks on Cuba’s leadership, with Cuba calling the move a political weapon meant to intensify its economic siege—while Zimbabwean voices argue solidarity is the only answer as Washington tightens pressure. Angola Infrastructure Push: Acrow says the first of 186 financed Acrow bridges for Angola has been inaugurated in Luanda, with Angolan teams trained to install and maintain the structures that will connect Cacuaco and Mulenvos. Academic Freedom in Focus: UTG hosted a regional dialogue on academic freedom, aiming to shape African-owned principles that protect scholars and intellectual independence. Energy & Finance Signals: Dubai-based Averi Finance is in talks for a reverse takeover linked to a Johannesburg listing, and ReconAfrica filed first-quarter updates on its Kavango West 1X testing. Sports & Community: Angola’s sectional tennis and local football storylines continue, while Trine University reports multiple student graduations and honors.

AFCON Qualifiers Draw Hits Angola: CAF has released the full 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures and group schedule, setting up a packed campaign across 12 groups, with Angola drawn in Group B against Egypt, Malawi and South Sudan. U18 AfroBasket Qualifiers Set: The FIBA U18 AfroBasket Africa qualifiers schedule is out, with zone hosts confirmed for the road to Côte d’Ivoire. Energy Diplomacy: Angola’s envoy to South Korea says Sonangol can supply more crude to help Seoul ease Middle East-linked supply worries, potentially starting longer-term cooperation. Food Crisis Warning: The WFP warns acute hunger could nearly double to 265 million people by end-2020 if action isn’t taken. Health Under Fire: Ebola in eastern DRC is worsening as conflict disrupts surveillance and care, with displacement and mining-area movement raising spread risks. Sports, Local Angle: Angola’s youth and community sports coverage continues, from golf and baseball playoffs to coaching support and athlete signings.

AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: CAF has released the full draw and fixture schedule for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, setting up a packed home-and-away campaign across 12 groups (A to L) from 2026 into 2027. Angola in the spotlight: Angola are drawn in Group B with Egypt, Malawi and South Sudan—one of the tougher-looking pools. West Africa rivalry: Ghana face defending champions Côte d’Ivoire in Group C, alongside Gambia and Somalia. Southern Africa pressure: South Africa land in Group D with Kenya, Guinea and Eritrea. DRC health crisis: Meanwhile, the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC is worsening, with conflict disrupting surveillance and driving displacement. Maritime enforcement: Namibia’s navy intercepted an illegal fishing vessel near the Angola border, with suspects expected to face court.