In Angola, there is confusion over the delay in implementing local municipalities. The government awaits parliamentary approval of the remaining legislation, while the parliament awaits government action. The opposition party UNITA accuses the ruling MPLA of stalling because it does not want municipalities, but the MPLA insists on its commitment. Only one law is needed to complete the legislative package. The Minister of Territorial Administration and State Reform, Dionísio da Fonseca, calls for parliamentary help, and the Finance Minister, Vera Daves, reports budget allocations for municipal infrastructure. UNITA's Franco Marcolino Nhany suggests the executive is responsible for the delay, and activist Fernando Sakuayela urges for a detailed schedule for the implementation of local power.

In Angola, the cost of basic goods has become prohibitively expensive for many consumers during the festive season, with families struggling to afford essentials for Christmas dinner. Inflation accelerated to 18.19% in November and is expected to rise further. A group of civil society organizations and personalities has called for a protest on December 25th, where citizens are encouraged to bang pots to draw attention to the country's poverty. Activist Jerónimo Nsinsa, one of the promoters, describes this as the worst Christmas in 20 years and criticizes the government for the plight of the majority who have no reason to celebrate.

CASA-CE, led by Manuel Fernandes, is seeking input from Angolans at home and abroad for their government program ahead of the general elections in August. The party aims to create a program that reflects the electorate's suggestions, addressing citizens' concerns and needs. Fernandes criticizes the arrogance of politicians and calls for an end to the electorate's marginalization. He emphasizes the importance of public participation in governance and promises to listen to citizens to eradicate poverty, drawing comparisons to China and Dubai's success. CASA-CE is also preparing to meet with the National Electoral Commission (CNE) to discuss the controversial hiring of the Spanish consultancy INDRA for election management and is committed to preventing any electoral fraud.

João Lourenço, president of the MPLA, promises a resounding victory in Angola's upcoming elections, following his re-election as party leader with 98% of the votes. Despite facing criticism for his public policies, Lourenço dismisses them as detractors' fallacies and calls for MPLA militants to be motivated for political reconquest. The MPLA faces challenges due to social crises, high poverty, and failed anti-corruption propaganda. The party's base structures, including the JMPLA and OMA, are mobilizing communities, with the OMA's increased female leadership expected to garner more votes. Political analyst Olívio N'kilumbo suggests the MPLA may resort to unfair tactics to win, while journalist José Gama predicts an unequal electoral contest between the MPLA and opposition, led by Adalberto Costa Júnior of UNITA and the Frente Patriótica Unida.

The Associação Íris in Luanda, Angola, recently legalized, is painting its new headquarters and hopes to bring change for the LGBT community. Despite facing discrimination, the association, with over 200 members, including public figures, aims to give a voice to LGBT individuals and assist them in openly embracing their identities. The association, founded in 2015, has been involved in health access strategies and educational projects with the Ministry of Education and UNICEF. With official status, Associação Íris now anticipates more funding for its activities.