Angola bets on Africa's single market to break its dependence on oil
Angola has officially adopted a national strategy to participate in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to diversify its economy away from oil. Currently, crude oil accounts for 95% of the country's exports, making the national budget highly vulnerable to global price fluctuations.
Why it matters
This shift represents a critical attempt by a major African oil producer to foster regional trade and achieve long-term economic stability through diversification.
email facebook linkedin twitter Whatsapp Luanda validated its national AfCFTA strategy and action plan on 23 June 2026, setting out how the country will trade more within Africa
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