AGP Executive Report

Regional Connectivity: Angola and Namibia held their first Bi-National Commission in Luanda, putting trade, energy and transport links on the agenda. The countries say closer cooperation could improve cross-border trade and connectivity. Tourism Push: Angola is courting German visitors through a planned partnership between tourism agency INFOTUR and Germany’s DRV, including a tour-operator delegation and a destination forum in Angola in 2027. International arrivals rose 28% in 2025 to 223,140, though they remain near pre-pandemic levels. Air Links: Lufthansa’s selection to acquire a stake in TAP Air Portugal could matter to Angola travellers: TAP serves Luanda through its Lisbon hub, but the deal still needs regulatory approval and no flight or fare changes have been announced. Travel Update: Angolan citizens are among 20 African nationalities eligible to apply online for Malaysia’s social-visit eVisa.

Outbound Travel: Angolans are among 20 African nationalities now eligible to apply online for Malaysia’s social-visit eVisa, for tourism and short stays. German Tourism Push: Angola’s tourism institute and Germany’s DRV are set to deepen cooperation, including a delegation of tour operators and a Destination Forum in Angola in 2027. International arrivals rose 28% to 223,140 in 2025, though they remain only slightly above 2019 levels. Air Connectivity: Lufthansa has been selected to buy a stake in TAP Air Portugal, whose network includes Luanda. The deal could shape connections through Lisbon, but still needs regulatory approval.

Visitor access: Angolans are among citizens of 20 African countries newly eligible to apply online for Malaysia’s eVisa Social Visit, for tourism and short stays. Tourism ties: Angola’s tourism institute INFOTUR and Germany’s travel association DRV are set to deepen cooperation, including a delegation of German tour operators and a destination forum in Angola in 2027. International arrivals rose 28% in 2025, to 223,140. Air links: Lufthansa was selected to buy a stake in TAP Air Portugal, which serves Luanda. The deal still needs regulatory approval, and its impact on routes and fares is unclear.

German Market: Angola and Germany’s travel association DRV are due to sign a tourism cooperation deal today, following a 28% rise in international arrivals to 223,140 in 2025. Plans include a German tour-operator delegation and a destination forum in Angola in 2027. Air Links: Lufthansa has been selected to buy a stake in TAP Air Portugal, whose network includes Luanda. The deal still needs regulatory approval; any effect on routes or fares remains unclear. Travel Rules: US visa restrictions include Angolan nationals and cover visitor visas, a potential hurdle for Angolans planning trips to the United States.

Travel Logistics: Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso said the club chartered a flight to Angola for its CAF Champions League tie with Wiliete, citing the risk of delays on domestic routes. Sporting Spotlight: Angola take a two-goal lead into Sunday’s beach soccer qualifier return against Egypt, after winning the first leg 4-2 in Alexandria. Visa Access: Angola is among destinations listed as visa-free for Indian passport holders, while new U.S. restrictions partly suspend visitor, student and immigrant visa issuance to Angolan nationals.

Visa Access: Angolan nationals remain subject to partial US visa restrictions covering visitor, student, exchange and immigrant visas under rules effective January 1, 2026. Beach Soccer: Angola take a 4–2 lead over Egypt into the October 18 return leg in Alexandria; the winners qualify for the finals in Senegal, November 7–15. Sports Travel: South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns are set to visit Angola to begin their CAF Champions League title defence against Wiliete Sport Clube.

Beach Soccer: Angola took a 4-2 first-leg lead over Egypt in qualifying for the 2026 African Beach Soccer Championship, with the return match set for October 18 in Alexandria. Travel Rules: Angolan nationals face partial U.S. visa restrictions, including on visitor visas, under rules that took effect in January. Football Travel: Mamelodi Sundowns are due to travel to Angola to face Wiliete in their CAF Champions League title defence. Cycling: A Tour of Angola is also on the calendar, with a cycling duo set to compete.

Travel Access: Angolan nationals face partial US visa restrictions covering visitor, student and exchange, and immigrant visas. The measures took effect on January 1. Tourism Diplomacy: Angola is preparing to participate in the UN Africa Gastronomy Summit in Sierra Leone on December 2–4, where organisers plan to showcase local attractions and culture. Beach Soccer: Angola took a 4–2 lead over Egypt in the first leg of the 2026 championship qualifiers and will play the return match in Alexandria on October 18.

Travel Access: Angolan nationals face partial U.S. visa restrictions, including on B-1/B-2 visitor visas, under rules that took effect Jan. 1, 2026. Sport & Travel: Mamelodi Sundowns are heading to Angola to face Wiliete in the first leg of their Champions League tie after Tuesday’s league match. Cycling: The 10-stage Tour of Angola runs through Oct. 18, crossing Bié, Huambo, Huíla, Benguela and Cuanza Sul, with riders from across Africa taking part. Tourism Links: Angola is preparing to join the UN Africa Gastronomy Summit in Sierra Leone, Dec. 2–4; organisers are arranging delegate transfers and accommodation near the venue.

Sports Travel: Mamelodi Sundowns are heading to Angola for a Champions League tie against Wiliete Sport Clube after their domestic cup win. Cycling Routes: The 10-stage Volta Tour of Angola brings international riders through Bié, Huambo, Huíla, Benguela and Cuanza Sul, putting the country’s varied landscapes on the sporting map. Entry Requirements: Angola is among the visa-free destinations listed for South African passport holders, making cross-border trips easier. Check current entry rules before travelling.

Travel Health: Kenya has tightened screening for arrivals from Angola and nine other countries after an imported Ebola case. Angolans travelling to Kenya should expect extra checks. Cycling Tourism: The 10-stage Volta Tour of Angola starts tomorrow, taking riders through Bié, Huambo, Huíla, Benguela and Cuanza Sul through Oct. 18, with teams from across Africa. Gastronomy: Angola and Sierra Leone discussed Angola’s participation in the UN Africa Gastronomy Summit, set for Dec. 2–4 in Freetown.

Tour of Angola: The 10-stage cycling race is set to take riders from Bié through Huambo, Huíla, Benguela and Cuanza Sul before finishing on October 18. Teams from across Africa, including Lesotho, are competing, putting Angola’s provinces on the route map. Tourism Diplomacy: Angola and Sierra Leone are coordinating participation in the UN Africa Gastronomy Summit, scheduled for December 2–4 in Freetown. Discussions covered delegate logistics and accommodation as organisers prepare to showcase Sierra Leone’s tourism and culture.

Cycling Tourism: The 10-stage Volta Tour of Angola is under way, taking riders through Bié, Huambo, Huíla, Benguela and Cuanza Sul before finishing on October 18. Cyclists from across Africa are competing. Travel Health: Kenya has added enhanced screening at Nairobi’s JKIA for passengers arriving from Angola and nine other countries amid an imported Ebola case. The checks are a precaution, not a travel ban. Tourism Cooperation: Angola is preparing to take part in the UN Africa Gastronomy Summit in Sierra Leone, December 2–4, with organisers planning cultural and tourism activities for delegates. Entry Access: Angolan passport holders are among the African nationals eligible for 30-day visa-free entry to the Philippines.

Cycling Tourism: The 10-stage Volta Tour of Angola is taking riders through Bié, Huambo, Huíla, Benguela and Cuanza Sul, with competitors from across Africa. The race runs through October 18. Tourism Diplomacy: Angola is preparing to take part in the UN Africa Gastronomy Summit in Sierra Leone on December 2–4, with airport transfers, accommodation and delegate logistics under discussion. Travel Health: Kenya has added travellers arriving from Angola to enhanced screening at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport amid an Ebola response. Entry Rules: Angola is among the destinations South African passport holders can visit without obtaining a traditional visa before departure; travellers should check the specific entry conditions before booking.

Visa Access: Angola is listed among destinations offering South African passport holders visa-free entry, and Angolan nationals are included in the Philippines’ 30-day visa-free arrangement. Check entry requirements before travel. Sports Tourism: The 10-stage Volta Tour of Angola starts in Bié and crosses Huambo, Huíla, Benguela and Cuanza Sul through October 18, drawing international cyclists. Ghanaian kart racers are also travelling to Angola for the Karting Africa Trophy. Regional Travel Health: Kenya has added arrivals from Angola to enhanced Ebola screening at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The measure is screening, not a travel ban.

Volta Tour of Angola: The 10-stage race starts tomorrow in Bié and runs through 18 October, taking riders across several provinces, including Huambo, Huíla and Benguela. Cyclists from Lesotho and eight other countries are expected, giving visitors a chance to follow the action around the country. Travel Health: Kenya is screening passengers arriving from Angola and nine other countries at Nairobi’s main airport after confirming an imported Ebola case. The measure is enhanced health screening, not a travel ban. Visa Access: Angolan citizens are among those eligible for the Philippines’ 30-day visa-free entry arrangement, according to the published list; travellers should check current entry requirements before departure.