JOURNAL ARTICLE

Unrest Over High Costs Spread as Calm Returns to Angola Capital.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Mendes, Candido 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the recent protests in Angola, particularly in the capital city of Luanda and the central city of Huambo, against rising fuel prices and economic austerity measures. Following a three-day shutdown by minibus drivers, unrest led to violence, resulting in at least four deaths and significant damage to property. The protests reflect growing dissatisfaction with the government's economic policies, including cuts to fuel subsidies that have caused a spike in transportation costs. The situation has drawn attention to broader issues of inflation and unemployment in Angola, which is facing a general election in the near future. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/07, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geography and Cartography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186988962
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