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Angolans flock to Afcon opener despite attack
Angolans flocked to a stadium for the opening game of the African Nations Cup they hope will restore some national pride after a deadly gun attack.
Deadly ambush weighs on African Nations Cup
Africa’s biggest soccer tournament starts in Angola on Sunday, overshadowed by an ambush by separatist rebels on the Togo team bus.
One dead in attack on Togo soccer team
Gunmen opened fire on a bus carrying Togo’s national soccer squad to the top African tournament in Angola on Friday.
Angola FX reserves drop despite firm oil prices
Angola’s foreign exchange reserves fell for the first time in three months to ,1-billion, the central bank said on Monday.
Angola kicks off public debate on new Constitution
Angola kicked off a public debate on Wednesday about a new Constitution that is likely to continue President José Eduardo dos Santos’s grip on power.
Angola: French arms trial ‘biased’
Angola on Wednesday called the conviction of the son of the late Francois Mitterrand over illegal arms sales to the African nation unjust.
Angola hails Zuma visit as start of new era in ties
Angola’s president hailed a visit by Jacob Zuma on Thursday as the start of a new era to improve the once strained relationship between the countries.
Angola: No plans to devalue currency
Angola’s central bank is not planning to devalue the kwanza and will resist speculative attempts to weaken the currency, the bank said on Tuesday.
Clinton seeks better ties with oil giant Angola
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will seek on a visit to Angola on Sunday to boost opportunities for US business in the oil producer.
Banks urge Angola to review monetary policies
The Association of Angolan Banks urged the government to urgently review its monetary policies, including an increase in the reserve requirement.
Rights group urges Angola to fix poll mistakes
Angola must ensure failings during last year’s parliamentary election are not repeated at a presidential vote expected in 2009.
Angola backs budget, may cut spending if oil stays low
Angola approved a -billion spending plan for 2009 despite fears the recent slump in oil prices will increase the country’s budget deficit.
Angolan govt to set out bold spending agenda
Angola’s ruling MPLA will set out an ambitious plan on Wednesday to lift millions out of poverty and spur continued economic growth.
Savimbi’s son says Angolans ready to unite
Rafael Savimbi, son of late Angolan rebel leader Jonas Savimbi, sees the country’s first post-civil war elections as a chance for national unity.
Angola elections bring change to farm sector
For the past 30 years, Jose Vilomba (47) has walked barefoot on one of Africa’s most fertile valleys using his hands and a shovel to plant vegetables.