News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau referendum approves new constitution that expands president's powers
Voters in Guinea-Bissau have approved a new constitution that significantly expands presidential powers ahead of general elections later this year. The referendum was organised by the military ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau votes in a referendum on granting the president expanded powers
Guinea-Bissau is voting in a referendum to decide on granting new presidential powers. This comes ahead of December's general election, which aims to return the nation to democracy after last year's coup.
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau votes on a stronger presidency: What’s at stake?
The proposed constitution would give the president more power and reshape parliament and elections. Voters in Guinea-Bissau will decide on August 30 whether to approve a new constitution that would ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau votes in a referendum to grant expanded presidential powers ahead of election
Guinea-Bissau is voting in a referendum to decide on granting new presidential powers. This comes ahead of December's general election, which aims to return the nation to democracy after last year's coup.
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau: 30,000 People in Northern Regions to Benefit from Newly Rehabilitated Roads
Approximately 30, 000 residents in the Oio and Cacheu regions of Guinea-Bissau are set to benefit from improved connectivity and access to essential services following the inauguration of the newly rehabilitated Ingoré â Ponte Caur road and eight secondary roads. The infrastructure, rehabilitated under the World Bankâs Rural Transport Project, was officially inaugurated today.
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau and China announce strategic partnership during state visit
Guinea-Bissau might not be economically important to China, but that does not mean the small West African nation is not on Beijing's radar. During a state visit to China this week, Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo met Chinese President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders agreeing to strengthen cooperation on international and multilateral affairs as they officially formed a strategic partnership. In a joint statement released on Wednesday detailing their talks, the two leaders noted: "A
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau President Embaló Joins GCA Advisory Board to Strengthen Climate Adaptation
Rotterdam, Netherlands / Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) is pleased to welcome His Excellency Umaro Sissoco Embaló, President of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau, to its Advisory Board. President Embaló joins an eminent group of leaders, experts, and changemakers committed to advancing climate resilience and adaptation solutions worldwide. “As communities from the Bijagós Archipelago to the Sahel face rising climate risks, President Em
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea Bissau: Guinea-Bissau's Military Takeover Highlights the Nation's Sorry History of Coups and a Deepening Crisis Across the Region
Army generals in Guinea-Bissau seized power on Nov. 26, 2025 - the eve of a scheduled official declaration of the winner in the West African nation's presidential election. Alleging a destabilization ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau reports first mpox outbreak, half of suspected cases are children
Mpox, which is caused by a virus from the same family as smallpox, can be transmitted to humans by animals. | World News ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Mpox: Children account for half of suspected cases in Guinea-Bissau
Children, who are particularly vulnerable to the disease, account for half of the 46 suspected mpox cases identified in Guinea-Bissau – with 16 of them under the age of four.
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau Reports First Mpox Outbreak As Children Make Up Half Of Suspected Cases
Guinea-Bissau is experiencing its first mpox outbreak, with UNICEF highlighting that children make up half of the suspected cases., US News, Times Now ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appear on state television saying they have seized power in the country
This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. BISSAU, Guinea-Bissau — Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appeared on state television saying they have seized power in ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Egypt vs Guinea-Bissau: nothing to lose for the Pharaohs
Egypt hosts Guinea-Bissau for the final match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. With qualification already secured, the Pharaohs have nothing to lose. Mohamed Salah and his teammates are in top form: ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Chinese firm completes major construction work on Guinea-Bissau airport control facilities
Chinese infrastructure contractor China Railway 11th Bureau Group said on Tuesday that it has completed the main structure and interior and exterior finishing work on a new technical block and air ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Ensuring safe motherhood: the impact of Casa das Mães in Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau faces one of the highest maternal and child mortality rates globally. The health sector is challenged by a shortage of qualified professionals, medications, and equipment, rendering ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau: “Our Culture” in Photos
Global Voices stands out as one of the earliest and strongest examples of how media committed to building community and defending human rights can positively influence how people experience events ...
News Guinea-Bissau: Fighting back against Guinea-Bissau’s illegal chimpanzee trade
YAOUNDÉ — It’s not uncommon to see chimpanzees kept as pets in private homes and hotels in Guinea-Bissau. Chimpanzees can be seen chained to trees or metal poles, or living alone in small metal cages, often without a permanent water source and lacking room to walk or jump around. Maria Joana Ferreira da Silva, a […]
News Guinea-Bissau: World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Guinea-Bissau and Sierra Leone share the spoils
Tight duel between the Panthers and the Leone Stars ends without a winner in BissauWorld Cup 2026 qualifiers: Guinea-Bissau and Sierra Leone share the spoilsGuinea-Bissau and Sierra Leone finished lev...
