Tourism Jobs Push: In Luanda, Angola’s Tourism Minister Márcio Daniel said the sector targets becoming a top job-creator, citing that every extra 1,000 international tourists can generate at least three jobs, with a goal to multiply international arrivals by five by 2036 and to grow domestic tourism to keep hotels busy year-round. Event Readiness: Angola is set to host the IMMAF World Championship “Dipanda 2026” in Luanda (Sept 27–Oct 2) after an IMMAF Africa mission found the country meets sports, hotel and logistics standards, with focus now on moving delegations smoothly. Adventure Tourism: Moxico province will stage the 3rd Okavango Raid from Sept 5–12, aiming to spotlight the Okavango region’s tourism potential in Cangamba and Alto Cuito and attract visitors from across the Okavango Delta countries. Bilateral Travel Links: Angola and Benin agreed in Cotonou to strengthen cooperation across political, economic, cultural and tourism areas, including plans for a visa exemption agreement and an air transport instrument to boost mobility. Education for Travelers: The US Government provided USD 35,000 to train 300 English teachers in Angola, supporting skills that can improve education and future service quality for tourism and hospitality. Regional Tourism Demand: Angola remains a key source market for Namibia, with 131,294 visitors recorded in 2025, underlining ongoing travel ties across southern Africa.