The role of the First Lady has evolved over time, and it now includes a range of activities such as involvement in political campaigns, management of the presidential residence, advocacy for social causes, and representation of the President at official events.

The First Lady often accompanies the President on official trips and represents Angola at various national and international events.

The position of the First Lady also carries a degree of influence and visibility in the country, and their activities and initiatives are often closely followed by the public and media.

She also represented Angola at various international events, such as the Micro-credit Summit for Heads of States and Governments in Washington, D.C., in 1997.

She served as the Minister of Planning of Angola from 1999 to 2012 and as an executive director at the board of the World Bank Group from 2014 to 2016.