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November 12, 2025 9:43 AM

President Murmu attends Angola’s 50th Independence Day event, reaches Botswana for state visit

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday participated in the celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of Angola’s independence in Luanda, at the invitation of Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço. The event, held at Praça da República, featured a grand ceremony showcasing Angola’s military and cultural heritage. President Murmu joined Lourenço and other dignitaries in witnessing the colourful display commemorating five decades of Angola’s independence. Following the ceremon...

November 10, 2025 11:09 PM

President Murmu urges Indian community in Angola to boost bilateral prosperity

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday addressed members of the Indian community in Angola, urging them to actively contribute to the shared prosperity of the two countries. Speaking at a reception hosted by the Indian Ambassador in Luanda, Murmu said India values its partnership with Africa, particularly Angola, which is based on equality, mutual trust, and shared goals for progress. She highlighted India’s engagement with Africa through the India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) and said India look...

May 4, 2025 11:05 AM

India, Angola agree to deepen energy and strategic ties

India and Angola have agreed to expand their energy partnership while also enhancing cooperation in digital infrastructure, space technology, and defence. The two countries signed several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on Saturday aimed at boosting bilateral ties, coinciding with the visit of Angolan President João Lourenço to India — the first such visit in 38 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following delegation-level talks, described the visit as “historic” and said it was n...

March 24, 2025 4:57 PM

Angola to end east Congo conflict mediation role, presidency says

Angola will step down from its position as a mediator between parties involved in an escalating Rwanda-backed rebel offensive in eastern Congo, the presidency said on Monday, with another African state set to lead efforts to get peace talks back on track. The ethnic Tutsi-led M23 escalated their long-standing rebellion this year, seizing east Congo's two biggest cities since January and encroaching into territory rich in minerals such as gold and tantalum. As the current rotating African Union...