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Angola launches socio-economic survey of 5,098 households

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Angola’s National Institute of Statistics is launching a survey of 5,098 households to measure living conditions, education, employment and the population’s demographic characteristics. Data collection for the fourth quarter runs from 19 October to 31 December 2026 and is intended to help formulate and evaluate public policies, according to the institute.

The National Institute of Statistics of Angola (INE) began collecting data on 19 October for its fourth-quarter 2026 socio-economic survey of 5,098 households. The operation is taking place nationwide until 31 December, according to the INE.

The survey is intended to gather information on the population’s demographic and socio-economic characteristics as well as household living conditions. The data will be used to monitor key indicators and analyse the country’s social and economic situation, the institute said.

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