In the Embrace of Angola: Genuine Kindness from its Inhabitants
When you first arrive in Angola, you will be struck by its natural beauty, climate, and geography. The endless green fields will mesmerize you. In this regard, Angola is considered a "agricultural paradise" due to its wide and fertile agricultural lands, favorable climatic conditions and natural water resources, soils rich in mineral content, different climatic zones that allow for agricultural diversity, and reforms implemented to strengthen the agricultural sector. These factors significantly increase Angola's agricultural potential and place it in 5th place in the world ranking of countries suitable for agriculture. I will provide my observations/insights on the region, including agriculture, mining, and the people.
Since our team is there for mining, it is necessary to briefly mention the mining sector in Angola. Angola, as a country with rich natural resources, has significant potential in the mining sector. There are especially various mineral resources such as diamonds, gold, iron ore, phosphate, gas, and oil. Diamond mining is concentrated in the Lunda Norte, Lunda Sul, and Moxico regions. Gold mining is located in the Cuanza Sul and Huíla regions. Angola also stands out with its second-largest gas and oil reserves in Africa.
However, the country's mining sector has been negatively affected by the long-standing civil war and economic difficulties. With the reforms carried out in recent years, the government has taken various steps to revitalize the mining sector and create a sustainable structure. These efforts include improving mining policies, providing an open environment for investors, and strengthening infrastructure.
Companies operating in the mining sector in Angola are generally subject to various taxes such as income tax, corporate tax, and mining revenue tax. These taxes are levied on the income generated from mining activities. Payments required from mining companies are; license fees, payments for mining extraction permits, and various charges to comply with environmental regulations. Under the Mining Law, which allows for the issuance of long-term licenses for very large areas, licenses are divided into 3 groups: Diamonds, Gold, and Others.
The mining potential in the country has also affected the railway transportation routes. The routes in the form of 3 lines extend east-west and provide access to ports. Caminho de Ferro de Luanda (CFL) is located in the Luanda capital region, Benguela Railway (Caminho de Ferro de Benguela - CFB) is located in the middle, and Namibe Railway (CFM) is located in the southwest of the country. Although the country has all kinds of infrastructure for production and industry, the level of economic well-being has not reached its deserved point due to the long-standing civil war. The lack of education and qualified manpower is also effective in this regard.
Angola in Numbers
Angola is the 14th largest oil producer and 15th largest oil exporter in the world as of 2023.
Angola is the 6th largest diamond producer in the world as of 2023.
Angola has the 13th largest iron ore reserves in the world as of 2023.
The Kassinga Iron Ore Reserves
The iron ore reserves in the Kassinga region in the south of the country are important mineral resources. Our team arrived in the region in December 2020 to bring these iron reserves into the economy and reveal their export potential.
Conclusion
Angola is a country with a bright future. With its rich natural resources, favorable climate, and hard-working and resilient people, Angola has the potential to become a leading economic power in Africa. They have faced many challenges in the past, but they have always emerged stronger. I am confident that they will continue to build a better future for themselves and for their country.






My first days in Huila/Jamba were a mix of Angola's natural beauty and the warmth of its people. The lush hills and fast-flowing rivers offered a stunning landscape. However, while I appreciated these beauties, the sincerity and hospitality of the people impressed me more than their nature.
Jamba: The heart of nature and hospitality
























My time with the children at the Jamba camp has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. These innocent and warm-hearted children are full of sweetness that always brings a smile to my face. Sharing their passion for candy and chocolate, in particular, was an experience that strengthened the bond I had with them from the very beginning. Giving them candy and chocolate was not just a snack but also a means of strengthening the bond of trust between us.
However, the living conditions of children in Jamba are sobering. Poverty and diseases, especially malaria, pose a real threat to the residents and children of the region. After spending two years with them, I have come to the conclusion that these people truly deserve the mining investment. This investment should aim to improve the well-being not only of a company or a country but also of these people and the region's residents. It will provide an opportunity to enhance living conditions and address educational needs.
Throughout my life, I have always recognized the importance of helping those in need. I facilitated these acts of kindness using modern conveniences; through POS machines, electronic funds transfers, or through volunteer organizations. However, this approach was somewhat selfish, as I was partly driven by the happiness these acts of giving brought to me. The truth is, if our aim is genuinely to help others, then these actions should not be about what we get in return. This realization hit me during my experience in Jamba, Angola. It was there I truly understood the joy of touching people’s lives and making them happy in its purest form. Directly aiding those less fortunate than us, seeing the love and happiness in their eyes, deeply moved me. Their genuine joy taught me the true essence of happiness that comes from making others happy, without expecting anything in return.
The children of Jamba, especially Simuara's pure heart and cheerful spirit, have brought me some of the most precious moments of my time in Jamba. I am committed to always fighting for their happiness. I know of nothing more beautiful than Simuara's smile, and I'll always do everything in my power to brighten her and other children's futures.
After leaving Angola, a videos sent by the children.