AIPEX Signs $439 million investment contracts

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Johannesburg – The Angolan Agency for Private Investment and Export Promotion (AIPEX), led by Dr. Arlindo das Chagas Rangel, announced a significant milestone with the signing of five investment agreements totaling $439 million. These contracts, formalized on Monday in Luanda, span several strategic sectors, including fisheries, construction, transportation, and agriculture.

According to AIPEX, the projects involve both national and international partners, reflecting Angola’s growing appeal as an investment destination in Africa​

One of the most notable agreements includes a partnership with AD Ports Group, focused on modernizing and rehabilitating the Multipurpose Terminal at the Port of Luanda. This initiative aims to enhance the port’s operational efficiency and facilitate trade, marking an important step in Angola’s infrastructure development. Additionally, Unicargas Noatum Angola – Logística e Serviços Transitários, Lda will invest $31.5 million in logistics and road transport services, creating 39 new jobs. Collectively, these contracts are expected to generate over 1,400 jobs, demonstrating AIPEX’s commitment to supporting investors throughout the process and driving sustainable economic growth​

Dr. Arlindo emphasized the importance of these investments in reinforcing Angola’s economic diversification efforts. “These projects are more than numbers—they represent our future,” he stated, underscoring AIPEX’s role in facilitating investments that will benefit local communities and foster regional development. With this momentum, AIPEX is positioning Angola as a hub for trade and investment in Southern Africa, aligning with the government’s vision for long-term economic stability and prosperity​