The Angolan government has announced plans to introduce at least 1,000 electric buses and install 2,000 charging stations in different parts of the country. This initiative is part of the ONDJILA GREEN program, which aims to promote energy transition in the transportation sector. The program will be formalized through a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Transport, the Angola Sovereign Fund, and OPAIA Motors.
The introduction of electric buses and charging infrastructure is expected to transform the transportation sector in Angola. According to Ricardo Viegas D'Abreu, the Minister of Transport, the project will create a national network of charging stations for electric buses and vehicles. This move is part of the government's efforts to reduce costs, decrease transit times, and facilitate the circulation of goods.
The ONDJILA GREEN program is one of several initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development in Angola. The program was announced during the opening of the second edition of the Angola Hub Transport and Logistics Summit 2026 in Luanda. The summit brought together stakeholders from the transportation and logistics sectors to discuss ways to improve the efficiency of transportation systems in Angola.
In addition to the introduction of electric buses, the government is also working on improving logistics and transportation infrastructure. The Minister of Transport announced that the project for the Single Logistics Window is nearing completion. This platform will enable the tracking and monitoring of national logistics operations across different modes of transportation, including air, sea, road, and rail.
The Corredor do Lobito is a key component of Angola's regional integration strategy. According to the Minister of Transport, the corridor should be used for more than just transporting raw materials to international markets. The government wants to create opportunities for agriculture, industry, commerce, and services, promoting local transformation of resources and job creation in the region.
Angola is also working on improving its logistics infrastructure. The Minister of Transport announced that the first phase of the Cold Chain of the Caála Logistics Platform will be inaugurated next week. This project is an example of partnership between the public and private sectors, international cooperation, and local entrepreneurship.
The government has also signed an agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to develop the Corredor Norte, which links the Port of Luanda to Malanje. The agreement aims to provide specialized assistance in structuring a public-private partnership operation for the development of the corridor. The Corredor do Namibe is also undergoing a new phase of concession for exploration, management, and maintenance.
Key points
- Angola plans to introduce 1,000 electric buses and 2,000 charging stations nationwide.
- The ONDJILA GREEN program aims to promote energy transition in the transportation sector.
- The government is working on improving logistics and transportation infrastructure, including the Corredor do Lobito and the Corredor Norte.
