Sonangol Unveils Plan for 100+ EV Charging Points and Solar Expansion to Drive Angola’s Energy Transition
Angola’s national oil company, Sonangol, has announced plans to deploy more than 100 Electric Vehicle Charging Points (EVCP) across the country by 2028, reinforcing its commitment to the nation’s energy transition strategy.
The announcement was made during a Sonangol-sponsored pre-conference workshop led by Jelson Pereira, Head of the Operational Management of Energy Assets Department at Sonangol Gas and Renewable Energies, ahead of the Angola Oil & Gas 2025 Conference and Exhibition.
The initiative is designed to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in Angola, contributing to the decarbonization of the country’s transport sector. Within the 2024–2025 period alone, Sonangol plans to establish 70 EVCPs, including 30 in the capital, Luanda.
To support this rollout, the company has also launched a dedicated mobility app, providing users with real-time information on EVCP locations and accessibility.
The EVCP program is part of Sonangol’s broader multi-energy strategy, which seeks to balance ongoing hydrocarbon exploration and production with diversification into natural gas and alternative energy solutions such as electric vehicles and solar power.
In line with this approach, the company is also strengthening partnerships with international energy players to implement innovative technologies that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.
A major component of Sonangol’s energy transition is the expansion of solar energy, particularly within Angola’s mining sector. Historically reliant on diesel generators, the mining industry faces high power costs and operational inefficiencies.
By deploying solar power solutions, Sonangol aims to reduce costs and carbon emissions while supporting a greener energy mix.
Pereira highlighted the Quilemba Solar Project as a cornerstone of this strategy. The project, developed in collaboration with TotalEnergies and Maurel & Prom, is set to begin operations in 2026, delivering 35 MW in its first phase and 45 MW in the second.
Once operational, Quilemba will decrease Angola’s dependence on thermal power plants and strengthen the diversification of the country’s energy portfolio.
With these initiatives, Sonangol is positioning itself as a leader in Angola’s transition to a low-carbon energy future, combining electric mobility, solar energy, and natural gas to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence.
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