Tourism Payments in Angola: Angola’s Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) starts a 45-day installment-payment rollout for domestic tourism services this Thursday, beginning in Luanda, Namibe, Benguela, Huíla and Malanje, with 3–5 star hotels, resorts, lodges, travel agencies and tourism activity operators first in line. US Visa Bond Update: The U.S. makes its visa bond programme permanent, with a refundable maximum up to $20,000 for B-1/B-2 visitor visas for citizens of 30 African countries (including Angola), while 24 countries are exempt under the final rule. Luanda Travel Tech Boost: TAAG Angola Airlines partners with Kolet to let passengers buy and activate global eSIM data plans before flying, aiming for instant connectivity on arrival. Angola Governance for Tourism: President João Lourenço appoints José Paulino Cunha da Silva as Secretary of State for Administration, Finance and Heritage (MIREX) and names Josemar Euclides João Afonso to lead tourism assets and concessions at MIREX’s tourism ministry. Cuanza Sul Accident Response: Forensic teams in Benguela begin collecting DNA samples to identify victims from the Cuanza Sul bus crash, including charred remains and relatives’ samples. Luanda Business & Culture: Atlantic Logistic Services launches an ocean-themed artist residency in Luanda (Sept 21–Oct 21), selecting three Angolan creators focused on ocean preservation. Travel Industry Watch: WTM London 2026 reports strong early exhibitor demand, with Angola listed among new exhibitors. Sports & Travel Timing: CAF staged the 2026–27 Champions League preliminary draw, with Angola’s Wiliete and Foresters set to face Mamelodi Sundowns in the next stage.