Omani-Angolan Diplomacy: Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s 48-hour state visit to Luanda is set to deepen cooperation in energy, mining, tech, tourism, agriculture, ports and logistics, building on the 2024 Lourenço trip and the African Bank of Oman’s Luanda launch. Angolan Influence Ops: New Citizen Lab research says Israeli firm BlackCore trained Angolan government communications staff to run covert social media influence, including fake personas and a “state communications” campaign. E1 Electric Racing in Angola: LeBron James and Will Smith backed Angola’s E1 World Championship push, with the electric powerboat spectacle drawing global attention and celebrity investors. Music Spotlight: Lipsia returns with “Angel,” a long-shelved track revived after years of motherhood, relocation and creative work, now ready for a new chapter. Sports Roundup: Southern Africa’s U-20 CAF/COSAFA qualifier in Mozambique kicks off with Angola in Group B against South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini. National Culture: Luanda launched “Circuito Sinfónico,” blending classical and traditional music to celebrate Agostinho Neto on 17 September. Banking Watch: Angola’s central bank cut its main rate to 14.75% as inflation eased, while the BDA signed a deal to transfer non-performing credit to Recredit to help clean up its balance sheet. Tech & Media: Apple expands iCloud+ in 100+ countries including Angola, bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge.