AGP Executive Report

Health & Community: Angola’s National Blood Institute says 142,000 people donated blood in 2025, with only 20% doing it voluntarily—still short of WHO guidance and leaving hospitals reliant on family donors; Luanda alone needs about 360 blood units a day. Public Safety: A suspected tornado linked to severe storms hit the Angola area in Indiana (LaGrange/Steuben counties), with officials requesting National Weather Service experts to confirm damage patterns. Digital & Media: France’s Viginum watchdog accuses Israeli firm BlackCore of running online disinformation and smear campaigns that allegedly targeted elections and political figures including in Angola, alongside Scotland and New York. Transport & Daily Life: Angola’s diesel price rises by 20 kwanzas per liter starting June 13, while gasoline, kerosene and LPG stay unchanged. Sports & Culture: Cameroonian football officials are reportedly considering French coach Hervé Renard to replace David Pagou for the Indomitable Lions ahead of 2027 qualifiers; meanwhile, Luanda hosts its third edition of an Art Fair.

Foreign Digital Interference: France’s Viginum watchdog says Israeli firm BlackCore used fake accounts and disinformation tactics to target elections and political figures in Scotland, France, Angola, Togo and New York City, including coordinated comments aimed at Scotland’s John Swinney and the SNP. Public Health Update: Angola’s Zaire province authorities denied a reported monkeypox case in Lufico, saying lab results were negative and border surveillance plus vaccinations are in place. Cost of Living: Angola’s Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute announced a 20-kwanza diesel price increase starting June 13, while gasoline, kerosene and LPG stay unchanged. Electoral Process: Angola will update the unofficial electoral register and proof of life for about 16.7 million citizens from June 15, 2026 to March 31, 2027, using 634 Single Public Service Counters nationwide. Tech & Education: Angola plans to connect universities to international higher-education institutions to boost innovation and research, alongside new rules to govern digital transformation. Arts & Sport: Luanda hosts the third edition of an Art Fair, while Angola’s football links keep growing—Hervé Renard is reportedly in the mix for Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions, and Angola-born guitarist Jackson Wahengo’s Afropop-folk journey is spotlighted.

Foreign Digital Interference: France’s Viginum watchdog links Israeli firm BlackCore to coordinated online smear and influence operations targeting elections in France, Scotland, New York City, and also naming Angola among the affected countries. Public Health: Angola’s Zaire province authorities deny a monkeypox/Mpox case in Lufico, saying lab results were negative and border surveillance and vaccinations are in place. Energy & Cost of Living: Angola’s Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute says diesel will rise by 20 kwanzas per liter from June 13, while gasoline, kerosene and LPG stay unchanged. Football & Talent: Cameroon’s federation is reportedly considering replacing David Pagou with French coach Hervé Renard, who has prior experience including managing Angola. Civic Update: Angola’s electoral register “proof of life” and updating process will cover about 16.7 million citizens from June 15, 2026 to March 31, 2027, using hundreds of service counters nationwide. Arts & Culture: Luanda hosts the third edition of the Art, Tourism and Culture Fair, bringing together artists from Angola, Congo and Namibia for exhibitions, performances, lectures and workshops. Sports, Refugees & Hope: UNHCR launches a symbolic “Gamechanging Team” of footballers with refugee backgrounds, captained by Alphonso Davies, ahead of World Football Day.

Luanda Digital Education Push: Angola’s telecom minister says universities will soon be digitally connected to international higher-education partners to boost innovation and research, alongside a new legal framework for digital governance. Electoral Registration Update: About 16.7 million Angolans will be covered in the updating of the unofficial electoral register and “proof of life,” running from June 15, 2026 to March 31, 2027, using 634 Single Public Service Counters nationwide. Luanda Art Scene: Luanda hosts the third Art, Tourism and Culture Fair, with 19 artists from Angola, Congo and Namibia, mixing exhibitions, performances, talks and workshops under the theme “Identity and Cultural Tourism.” Sports & Talent Spotlight: UNHCR launches a World Football Day “Gamechanging Team” of refugee-background players, including Angola-linked Camavinga, highlighting displacement stories through global football. Culture in the Spotlight: Namibia’s Savanna Comedy Hour features Angolan-born comedian Dangote, turning personal experience into laughs at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre. Digital Interference Watch: France’s Viginum accuses Israeli firm BlackCore of running coordinated disinformation operations that allegedly reached elections in Scotland and also mentions activity linked to Angola.

Luanda Art Fair: Luanda hosted the third edition of the Art, Tourism and Culture Fair, running 11–12 June, bringing together 19 artists from Angola, Congo and Namibia for exhibitions, performances, lectures and workshops under the theme “Identity and Cultural Tourism.” Angolan Diplomacy & Memory: President João Lourenço paid tribute to former Foreign Minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, with funeral rites in Luanda and MPLA praising his decades of service across diplomacy and public life. Church & Pilgrimage: Angola’s annual St. Anne pilgrimage to Caxito is set to draw growing crowds, with organizers stressing cross-border coordination on logistics, security and pastoral care. Angola in Global Tech Politics: France’s Viginum watchdog alleges Israeli firm BlackCore ran digital interference operations linked to elections in Scotland and New York, and also claims activity “in Angola,” prompting calls for urgent investigation. Sports & Community: A new youth volleyball club, Midwest Premier Juniors, is described as a collaboration that includes Angola’s Team Pineapple Volleyball Club. Media & Culture: KPC Media says it will skip its print edition on 19 June for Juneteenth, shifting coverage online.

Luanda Art Scene: Luanda hosts the third edition of the Art, Tourism and Culture Fair, running through June 12, with artists from Angola, Congo and Namibia bringing visual arts, performances, lectures and workshops under the theme “Identity and Cultural Tourism.” National Remembrance: Angola marks the passing of former Foreign Minister Manuel Domingos Augusto with tributes in Luanda, including a burial at Alto das Cruzes Cemetery and MPLA praise for his long diplomatic and public service legacy. Diplomacy & Partnerships: President João Lourenço wraps up a Serbia visit after signing ten agreements across finance, transport, environment, agriculture, industry, ICT, postal services and investment protection, and Angola also congratulates Portugal’s António José Seguro for Portugal Day. Media & Tech: Ahead of ANGOTIC 2026, NBC’s delegation visits Angola’s public broadcaster TPA to explore cooperation as the station upgrades to HD and expands live broadcasting plans. Public Health Alert: A Grenada travel advisory flags Ebola Bundibugyo risk, urging extreme caution for travellers including Angola. Politics Beyond Borders: Reports also note foreign digital interference allegations involving Angola in a wider BlackCore case, while Kenya’s opposition leaders begin a Western tour.

Luanda Art Fair: Luanda is set to host the third edition of the Art, Tourism and Culture Fair this Thursday to Friday, bringing together 19 artists from Angola, Congo and Namibia for exhibitions, performances, lectures and workshops under the theme “Identity and Cultural Tourism, Connecting Stories, Places and People.” State Remembrance: President João Lourenço paid tribute to former Foreign Minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, whose wake and burial took place in Luanda, with the MPLA also stressing his long diplomatic and public service legacy. Provincial Appointments: Lourenço appointed Joana Domingos dos Santos Filipe Tomás Martins as vice-governor for Malanje’s Political, Social and Economic Sector, replacing Franco Cazembe Mufinda. Media & Culture Calendar: KPC Media says there will be no print edition on June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday, with coverage moving online. Broadcast & Tech: Ahead of ANGOTIC 2026, NBC visited Angola’s public broadcaster TPA to explore cooperation as the station upgrades to HD and expands live programming. Sports Media Buzz: World Cup coverage and viewing guides are circulating widely, alongside promotions built around watch parties.

MPLA Remembers Manuel Augusto: Angola’s ruling MPLA marked the death of former Foreign Affairs minister Manuel Domingos Augusto as a major loss for national diplomacy, praising his decades of service across media, public administration and political leadership. Angola–Serbia Deal Push: President João Lourenço wrapped up a three-day Serbia visit, backing a new phase of ties through ten signed agreements spanning finance, transport, environment, agriculture, industry, ICT, postal services, export promotion and investment protection. Portugal Day Message: Lourenço also sent congratulations to Portugal’s António José Seguro for Portugal, Camões and Portuguese Communities Day, stressing deep cultural links and a “solid and mutually beneficial” partnership. Media & Tech in Focus: Ahead of ANGOTIC 2026, Angola’s public broadcaster NBC’s delegation toured TPA, discussing 24/7 broadcasting plans and cooperation on news, content sharing and technical support. Sports Viewing Culture: Media moves include Greg Maloka’s return to Kaya 959, while World Cup coverage ramps up with new ways to watch and local watch-party promotions. Public Safety: NamPol reported major May drug seizures and 143 arrests, including cannabis, Mandrax and crack cocaine.

ANGOTIC 2026 Media Prep: Ahead of the ICT forum’s opening, Angola’s public broadcaster TPA hosted a NBC delegation to discuss 24-hour live broadcasting plans and deeper cooperation in news gathering, content sharing and event technical support. Angolan Fashion Spotlight: Lubango’s “Moda África” second edition showcased 35 designers and 70 models, celebrating African heritage and boosting young Angolan talent, with a posthumous tribute to designer Bauza. Sports + STEM for Youth: ExxonMobil and NBA Africa ran a Luanda STEM Showcase and Jr. NBA clinic for 100 youngsters, expanding the program’s reach across Luanda and Icolo e Bengo and linking basketball with science and technology learning. Angola–Serbia Deal-Making: President João Lourenço’s Serbia visit delivered ten legal instruments, including double-tax relief, investment protection and air services cooperation, as Angola pushed for a stronger economic partnership. Rare Earths in the Region: Coverage of rare-earth momentum highlighted Pensana’s beneficiation work in Angola, alongside South Africa’s rare-earth and mining updates. World Cup Culture Lens: A World Cup-focused arts roundup points to how soccer is being celebrated through exhibitions and community storytelling.

Angola–Serbia Diplomacy: President João Lourenço’s three-day state visit to Belgrade continues with a Wednesday stop at Serbia’s Military Technical Institute, plus a tour of the Vlatacom Technical Institute, after high-level talks and an Angola–Serbia business roundtable. The leaders also signed ten legal instruments covering finance, transport, environment, agriculture, private investment, IT and mass media, postal services, and export promotion—while Vučić pushed for a direct air link between Belgrade and Luanda to boost trade and tourism. Angolan Arts & Culture: Lubango’s second “African Fashion Show” spotlighted 35 designers and 70 models, celebrating traditional costume and young Angolan talent, with a tribute to late designer Bauza. Sports & Youth: ExxonMobil and NBA Africa ran an interactive STEM showcase and Jr. NBA clinic for 100 Luanda-area youngsters, extending the Jr. NBA League’s sport-and-science push. Community & Faith: Luanda’s Catholic leadership urged Catholics to turn Eucharistic faith into social action, stressing sharing with the poor, sick, and unemployed. Public Service Modernisation: Angola’s Interior Ministry marked its 47th anniversary with a renewed focus on modernising services, humanising public contact, and boosting tech and training.

Angola–Serbia Diplomacy: President João Lourenço’s three-day visit to Belgrade is already delivering results, with Angola and Serbia signing 10 legal instruments and Lourenço pushing a “new stage” focused on economic cooperation and private investment. Public Culture & Community: Luanda’s Semba Kids project drew the First Lady to the Kanuca Show, with plans to take Semba into 165 UNESCO-linked schools via “Semba na Escola.” Sports + STEM for Youth: ExxonMobil and NBA Africa ran a Luanda STEM Showcase and Jr. NBA clinic for 100 youngsters, expanding a program that has reached 50,000 youth across Luanda and Icolo e Bengo. Fashion as Heritage: Lubango hosted the second “African Fashion Show,” spotlighting 35 designers and 70 models, with organizers framing fashion as a tool for cultural identity and youth entrepreneurship. Education Abroad: Two Angolan students graduated from Indiana Connections Academy as part of the Class of 2026. International Spotlight on Angola in Sports: Angola is listed in Pot 4 for the 2027 IHF Men’s World Handball Championship draw in Munich.

Public Art: Angola’s City of Angola unveiled four new downtown sculptures, spotlighting local artists and business sponsors as the town beautifies its public square. Fashion & Youth Creativity: Lubango’s second “African Fashion Show” celebrated traditional styles and gave 35 young designers a platform, with a tribute to late designer Bauza. Culture & Heritage in Schools: The First Lady attended the Kanuca Show and backed Semba Kids, which aims to pass on Semba to children and roll out “Semba na Escola” in 165 UNESCO-network schools from mid-2026. Environment & Education: Agostinho Neto University’s Botanical Garden began a new conservation phase with 520 seedlings, while Angola’s Vice President urged young people to act as sustainability ambassadors. Sports & Media: Angola Telecom won the first futsal tournament linked to a sector event, and the Telecommunications/Media minister received recognition for supporting company sport. International Spotlight: Angola and Serbia moved toward deeper ties with ten planned economic agreements during President João Lourenço’s Serbia visit.

Fashion & Culture: Lubango’s second “Moda África” show spotlighted 35 young Angolan designers and 70 models, celebrating traditional costumes while backing youth entrepreneurship; the event also included a posthumous tribute to late designer Bauza. Public Service Modernisation: Angola’s Interior Ministry (MININT) marked its 47th anniversary in Luanda with a push for modern, more human services and wider civic, cultural and sporting activities nationwide. Environment & Education: Agostinho Neto University’s Botanical Garden began a new conservation phase with 520 seedlings planted, aiming to protect biodiversity and turn the site into a “natural school” for research and environmental citizenship. Diplomacy & Business: President João Lourenço arrived in Belgrade for a three-day Serbia visit, with ten new economic cooperation agreements expected, including double-taxation and investment protection deals. Sports & Heritage: The First Lady attended the Kanuca Show and backed Semba Kids, which is preparing “Semba na Escola” for 165 UNESCO-network schools starting in 2H 2026. Tech & Events: Tickets are now available for ANGOTIC-2026 in Luanda, with categories from student access to Diamond packages.

Semba Kids & Kanuca Show: Angola’s First Lady Ana Dias Lourenço attended the Kanuca Show in Luanda, spotlighting Semba Kids, which aims to pass Semba to children and prepare the “Semba na Escola” rollout across 165 UNESCO-linked schools starting in the second half of 2026. Football & Media: The Angolan Football Federation honored Telecommunications and Media minister Mário Oliveira for backing the first sector futsal tournament, won by Angola Telecom. Diplomacy & Culture: President João Lourenço begins an official visit to Serbia (8–10 June) with talks and a business forum, while Angola’s embassies and the African Union mourn former foreign minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, praising his diplomatic and Pan-African legacy. Sports Policy: Youth and Sports minister Rui Falcão urged a long-term push for excellence over the next 50 years, starting in schools and institutions. Tech & Events: ANGOTIC-2026 opened ticket sales for the Luanda ICT and communications fair, with category-based access options. Global Sports Watch: Angola is among teams in the Davis Cup Africa Group IV in Nairobi (June 17–20), and the World Cup continues to raise visa questions for some squads.

Manuel Domingos Augusto tributes: Angola’s ambassador in Argentina, Azevedo Xavier Francisco, and the Angolan Embassy in Ethiopia, plus the African Union Commission, mourn the late former foreign minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, praising his diplomatic “strategic vision,” integrity, and role in strengthening Angola’s voice in African and global affairs. Environment push: Vice President Esperança da Costa urged young Angolans to act as “sustainability ambassadors” as Angola marked World Environment Day with the planting of 520 tree seedlings, while Environment Minister Ana Paula de Carvalho warned about climate change, deforestation, biodiversity loss and waste management. Sports & youth focus: Youth and Sports Minister Rui Falcão called for the next 50 years to be about building excellence in schools, institutions and national sport; Angola also backed development through youth and sports planning. Tech & culture: ANGOTIC-2026 opened ticket sales for its ICT forum, and Portuguese artists’ concert is set for cinema broadcast. Arts-adjacent sport: Angola’s Luís Macedo won bronze in fencing at the African Senior Championship in Abidjan.

Sports & Youth Development: Angola’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Rui Falcão, says the next 50 years must be about building excellence in schools, institutions, and national sport—so Angola doesn’t just compete, but leads. Tech & Culture Access: ANGOTIC-2026 has opened ticket sales, with categories ranging from student passes to Diamond packages, for professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and ICT fans in Luanda. Environment & Community Action: Vice President Esperança da Costa and Environment Minister Ana Paula de Carvalho marked World Environment Day by warning that climate change, deforestation, biodiversity loss, and waste mismanagement demand a coordinated national response—while planting 520 tree seedlings. Diplomacy & Legacy: Angola mourns former Foreign Affairs minister Manuel Domingos Augusto, with the African Union and Angola’s embassy praising his role in strengthening Pan-African integration and Angola’s international voice. Arts & Media (Regional): A Portuguese artists concert is set for cinema broadcast, bringing live music to major screens across Portugal.