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Zawya
a day ago
- Health
- Zawya
Improving cholera outbreak response in Angola's hardest-hit regions
With the severe cholera outbreak in Angola, residents are understandably alarmed. 'What can we do to avoid getting sick?' asked Maesso Damião, a resident of Zaire Province, to World Health Organization (WHO) public health experts who recently visited the province. The team responded with simple advice on food hygiene, water treatment, and seeking early medical treatment. 'This information can save our lives,' said Damião. In Angola, more than 25,000 cases and almost 800 deaths have been reported since the beginning of 2025 when the outbreak was declared. In Zaire Province, nearly 174 cases have been reported, with a very high case fatality rate of 5.7% as of 13 June 2025. Considering that 1% is the benchmark to indicate early and adequate treatment, the urgency to control the cholera outbreak is clear. During its week-long visit to Zaire, the multidisciplinary WHO team visited the municipalities of Soyo, Nzeto, and M'banza Kongo, where cholera has affected vulnerable communities, including fisherfolk and informal traders. The team's assessment revealed the challenges facing the response: treatment centres without adequate beds, shortages of materials, underreporting of cases, lack of sanitation, and difficulties in preparing chlorine solutions. The WHO team supported the improvement of the quality of care and biosafety (safe working practices when handling infectious agents) in four cholera treatment centres, the improvement of water safety, and distributed essential supplies and safe drinking water. They also trained 140 health professionals in epidemiological surveillance, clinical management, and infection prevention and control. 'WHO's support has enabled us to ensure crucial conditions to contain the outbreak, highlighting the importance of community involvement in disease prevention. This will allow us to adopt crucial measures for the future, prevent diseases and save lives,' said Zaire's Provincial Health Director, Dr João Bernardo. Collaboration with community leaders is essential to strengthen the response at the local level. More than 700 people took part in awareness-raising sessions at churches, beaches, and town squares. "Cholera is not only a medical emergency, but also an emergency of sanitation, treated water, information, dignity, and social justice. We must continue to work together to eliminate cholera and protect the population,' says Dr Raquel Medialdea-Carrera, WHO epidemiologist from WHO's Pandemic hub in Berlin and a member of the WHO team currently working on the ground in Angola. Dr Indrajit Hazarika, WHO Representative in Angola, reinforced the importance of this integrated approach: 'While the cholera outbreak is a cause for great concern, it also represents a critical opportunity for us to strengthen cooperation and the health systems and build more robust emergency preparedness. Our common goal is a healthier and more resilient Angola, and to that end, we hope we can count on everyone's support.' Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) - Angola.
Zawya
15-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Enagol Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025 Amid Expansion into Angola's Upstream Market
Energy services provider Enagol has joined the Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) conference – the country's premier industry event – as a Bronze Sponsor, reflecting its commitment to collaboration and portfolio growth. Operating under a mission to promote the sustainable development of Angola, the company is not only supporting major infrastructure projects but Angola's goal to sustain oil output above one million barrels per day. With over 120 completed projects for national and international clients and 18 years' experience in the Angolan market, Enagol plays an instrumental role in the country's oil and gas industry. As an energy services provider, the company is both strengthening and diversifying its offerings, with its expansion into the upstream sector set to support Angola's production goals. Enagol was one of the non-operator winners in Angola's 2023 bid round. The country's upstream regulator the National Oil, Gas&Biofuels Agency announced the results of the bid round in August 2024, with Enagol securing a 10% stake in Block CON 8 and Block KON 19, respectively. In collaboration with major operators including Etu Energias, Effimax Energy and Grupo Simples Oil for CON 8 and ACREP and Afentra for KON 19, the company will explore and develop the blocks. Beyond the upstream sector, Enagol has had a hand in several impactful oil, gas and logistics projects in Angola. Enagol also provided support for the Angola LNG Gas Treatment Plant in Soyo. The company provided Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspection services, ensuring the integrity of critical infrastructure. Angola LNG is the country's sole operating LNG facility. Enagol has also provided servies for the TotalEnergies-led Block 17, ensuring the integrity of the FPSOs at the asset. The company's AOG 2025 sponsorship aligns with its ambition to broaden its portfolio and support Angola's oil and gas ambitions. As the largest event of its kind in the country, AOG 2025 offers various opportunities for networking, engagement and deal-signing. Enagol's participation not only underscores its commitment to the industry but reinforces AOG 2025's role as a platform for dialogue and dealmaking. AOG is the largest oil and gas event in Angola. Taking place with the full support of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas; the National Oil, Gas and Biofuels Agency; the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute; national oil company Sonangol; and the African Energy Chamber; the event is a platform to sign deals and advance Angola's oil and gas industry. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@ Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power.
