Despite being Africa’s second-largest crude oil producer, Angola imports approximately 80 per cent of its refined petroleum products at an annual cost exceeding $2 billion. The government’s refinery construction programme — anchored by the Cabinda refinery (inaugurated September 2025) and the $6.6 billion Lobito refinery — aims to close this gap. This section tracks refinery projects, EPC contractors, fuel distribution infrastructure, and downstream investment opportunities.
Africa's Refining Capacity Gap: Where Angola Fits In
Analysis of Africa's refining capacity deficit and how Angola's refinery programme positions the country within the continental landscape.
Angola's Fuel Import Bill: The Economic Case for Domestic Refining
Analysis of Angola's fuel import dependency, quantifying the economic cost and building the case for domestic refining capacity.
Angola's Refinery Construction Programme: EPC Contractors and Timelines
Guide to Angola's refinery construction programme, covering Lobito, Cabinda, and Luanda projects with EPC details and timelines.
Downstream Investment Opportunities in Angola's Refining Sector
Analysis of downstream oil investment opportunities in Angola's refining, distribution, and petrochemical sectors for investors.
Fuel Storage Terminal Infrastructure in Angola
Comprehensive analysis of Angola's fuel storage terminal infrastructure, covering capacity, investment needs, and expansion opportunities.
Petrochemical Ambitions: Can Angola Move Beyond Crude Export?
Analysis of Angola's petrochemical development potential, from methanol and fertiliser to plastics production and industrial strategy.
Petroleum Product Distribution Networks in Angola
Analysis of Angola's petroleum product distribution infrastructure, covering terminals, pipelines, logistics, and expansion plans.
Refinery Construction Projects in Angola: Lobito and Cabinda
Detailed profiles of Angola's Lobito and Cabinda refinery construction projects, covering capacity, investment, partners, and status.