Fuel prices might seem like a niche economic issue, but in Angola—where many already struggle with poverty—sudden hikes can ignite fury. This isn’t just about gas; it’s about people feeling pushed to the brink. The violence and shutdowns show how quickly frustration over living costs can boil over, destabilizing entire cities. For a country still grappling with post-war recovery and inequality, these protests are a warning sign.

In Angola, shots have been fired again in Luanda, on Tuesday as the city is gripped by a second day of looting. The city has been brought to a standstill, with transport halted and shops closed, due to unrest that originally began as a strike by taxi drivers protesting against fuel price hikes.

Angola’s capital, Luanda, is in chaos after a second day of violent protests over rising fuel prices. Police fired shots as looting spread, leaving four people dead. The city is paralyzed—public transport is down, shops are shuttered, and tensions are high. What started as a taxi drivers’ strike has spiraled into widespread unrest, with no clear end in sight.