The Minister of Petroleum and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, stated on Wednesday in Luanda that within five years, Angola will have a factory producing photovoltaic materials, aiming to place the country on the map of the energy transition, similar to other parts of the world.
“We want to be part of the energy transition, not just watch it pass by us. Agrominerals are important for ensuring the population’s food security,” he said during the opening speech of the Angola International Mining Conference 2025.
In this regard, the minister explained that the sector has been working across other industries to ensure supply. He also announced that a subterranean copper mine will be inaugurated within a few days, marking an important milestone for the country.
“I have the honor to announce the inauguration of the Tetelo Mine, which will take place within a few days. It is a partnership between private companies from Angola and China. This event, which fills us with pride, will mark the start of production of the country’s first underground mine of this crucial metal, especially during this phase of the energy transition,” he added.
Source: O País
