Angola’s national oil company, Sonangol, has announced plans to install more than 100 Electric Vehicle Charging Points (EVCP) across the country by 2028, marking a major step in its energy transition strategy.
The announcement was made during a pre-conference workshop ahead of the Angola Oil & Gas 2025 Conference and Exhibition, led by Jelson Pereira, Head of Operational Management of Energy Assets at Sonangol Gas and Renewable Energies.
As part of the 2024/2025 phase, Sonangol will establish 70 EVCPs, with 30 to be located in Luanda, the nation’s capital. To complement the rollout, the company has also launched a mobility app that provides users with real-time insights into EVCP infrastructure.
The EVCP initiative forms part of Sonangol’s multi-energy strategy, which combines continued hydrocarbon exploration and natural gas expansion with investments in renewable energy and clean mobility solutions. Pereira emphasized that the company is also strengthening partnerships with international players to bring innovative clean technologies to Angola.
A key pillar of Sonangol’s transition plan is its solar expansion, particularly within the mining industry, which has long depended on costly diesel-powered generators. By deploying solar systems, Sonangol aims to cut power costs and lower carbon emissions in the sector.
The company’s flagship Quilemba solar project is set to begin operations in 2026, delivering 35 MW in its first phase and an additional 45 MW in the second. Developed in partnership with TotalEnergies and Maurel & Prom, the project is expected to reduce Angola’s reliance on thermal power plants while diversifying its energy mix.
With these initiatives, Sonangol is positioning itself at the center of Angola’s energy transition—balancing traditional oil and gas activities with investments in sustainable solutions for the future.
