Fuel Price Hikes in Angola Spark Deadly Protests Amid Government Mismanagement

In the heart of Luanda, Angola’s capital, a brutal crackdown on protests over soaring fuel prices left four citizens dead and more than 500 arrested. The unrest erupted after the government raised diesel prices by over 30%, sending transportation costs skyrocketing for ordinary Angolans who rely heavily on minibus taxis. This surge in prices is not just a local crisis; it stands as a stark example of what happens when governments prioritize control over prosperity. For decades, Angola has been ruled by the People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), a single party system that has strangled economic freedom...