Nordic Beach Week 2025
15–21 September | Lobito, Angola
A Nordic–Angolan celebration of sport, sustainability, and solidarity.
About the Initiative
Nordic Beach Week is a diplomatic initiative of Norway and Sweden in Angola, using sport as a platform to promote youth empowerment, gender equality, and international cooperation. Hosted in Lobito, Benguela Province, the event brings together athletes, coaches, sponsors, and changemakers for a week of beach handball, beach volleyball, environmental action, and cultural exchange.
Weekly Programme Highlights
Monday–Thursday, 15–18 September
- Training camps in beach handball and beach volleyball led by coaches from Norway, Sweden and Angola
- Seminars and exchange activities for youth, coaches and local organizers
Tuesday, 16 September
- Opening Dinner (By invitation only)
Wednesday, 17 September
- Beach Clean-Up Morning: A public environmental action open to all
- Open Day at the Beach: Families are welcome to bring their children to try beach volleyball and handball
(10:00–12:00, Restinga Beach)
Thursday, 18 September
- Scandinavian Movie Night (By invitation only)
Friday, 19 September
- Sunset Drinks – Business Reception for Scandinavian and Angolan companies (By invitation only)
Saturday, 20 September
- Beach Handball Show Game featuring national and international players
Sunday, 21 September
- Beach Volleyball Tournament Finals and closing activities
Partners and Supporters
Nordic Beach Week is organized in collaboration with:
- Angolan and Norwegian Handball and Volleyball Federations
- MAEF Beach Volleyball School
- Luna Ocean Club
- Local authorities and business partners
The initiative is supported by sponsors from both the Nordic and Angolan private sector.
Purpose and Impact
Nordic Beach Week is part of a broader commitment to:
- Promote visibility and leadership opportunities for women and girls in sport
- Build local capacity through youth training and coaching exchange
- Engage the public in environmental and social responsibility
- Foster Nordic–Angolan dialogue in business, sport, and development cooperation
Sponsorship and Media
To learn more about partnership opportunities, media access or sponsor benefits, you are welcome to contact the Norwegian Embassy in Luanda for tailored arrangements.
Contact:
Juni N. Solbrække
Deputy Head of Mission
Royal Norwegian Embassy, Luanda
Email: juni.nyheim.solbraekke@mfa.no