Flag of Angola Republic of Angola

Context and Opportunities

Angola, one of Southern Africa's largest economies, is striving to diversify its economy beyond oil. The development of rural infrastructure is a priority to support agriculture and reduce inequalities between the capital, Luanda, and the country's interior. The potential for solar and hydropower is considerable.

Potential Intervention Zones

The provinces of Huíla, Bié, and Moxico, with strong agricultural potential but low electrification, are major areas of interest. The deployment of mini-grids would power agricultural cooperatives, processing units, and connect vast, sparsely populated regions.

Angola at a glance

  • Population: ~36.7 million (2023 est.)
  • Area: 1,246,700 km²
  • GDP per capita: ~ $2,800 USD (2023 est.)
RMS Impact Potential
  • Potential number of sites: 20-25 sites
  • Project Status: Strategic watch.

Access Rates & Estimated Impact

⚡ Energy

~48%

National electricity access rate (Source: World Bank, 2021).

RMS Impact's Contribution: Supporting rural economic diversification.
💧 Drinking Water

~56%

National access rate to drinking water (Source: UNICEF, 2022).

RMS Impact's Contribution: Strengthening access in interior provinces.
📡 Internet

~36%

Internet penetration rate (Source: DataReportal, 2023).

RMS Impact's Contribution: Connecting non-oil productive areas.

Potential Economic Activities for Beneficiaries

  • Direct activities: Management of phone charging points, sale of Wi-Fi top-up cards, first-level maintenance of solar and water installations.
  • Indirect activities: Development of small businesses requiring refrigeration, sewing or welding workshops, secretarial services, online training centers, telemedicine consultations, and e-commerce for local artisans.