President João Lourenço visited the ongoing construction of the access road to the newly inaugurated Agostinho Neto International Airport (AIAAN) in Luanda.
During the field trip, the president received updates on the progress of the road works, which will connect the airport to central Luanda via Zango 5. The project, led by Angolan construction company Omatapalo, involves asphalting, installing a sewage system, and hydraulic structures, with completion expected by June 2025.
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The president also inspected the railway link between Bungo station and AIAAN, focusing on the fencing, communication, and signalling systems along the route. The inspection aimed to ensure the railway’s readiness to serve passengers traveling to the new airport.
As a modern aviation hub, the airport will enhance Angola’s position as a regional gateway, boosting trade, tourism, and business opportunities. Improved access to international markets will attract foreign direct investment (FDI), facilitate the export of Angolan goods, and support the country’s diversification efforts beyond oil. The new airport’s capacity to handle a higher volume of passengers and cargo will also streamline logistics and improve the efficiency of the supply chain, positively impacting various sectors of the economy, including agriculture, mining, and manufacturing.
Domestically, the airport will facilitate better regional connectivity, linking Angola’s provinces with its capital and providing greater access to services and markets.
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Agostinho Neto International Airport, inaugurated in November 2023, is set to begin domestic flights on November 10, 2024, and international flights by March 2025. With the capacity to handle 15 million passengers and 130,000 tons of cargo annually, AIAAN is expected to play a key role in positioning Angola as a major aviation hub in Africa.
The Angolan government is committed to making the country a central player in Africa’s transport network, enhancing the flow of goods and passengers across the continent.
