Guinea bissau news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from Guinea-Bissau:

Politics

• Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embaló has been re-elected for a second term, according to preliminary results from the country's electoral commission. (Reuters, March 2022)
• The African Union has lifted sanctions against Guinea-Bissau, citing progress in the country's democratic transition. (Africanews, February 2022)

Economy

• Guinea-Bissau's economy is expected to grow by 4.5% in 2022, driven by the country's fishing and agriculture sectors. (Xinhua, January 2022)
• The World Bank has approved a $20 million loan to support Guinea-Bissau's efforts to improve its business environment and promote private sector development. (World Bank, December 2021)

Security

• Guinea-Bissau's military has launched an operation to capture the leader of the country's main rebel group, the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC). (Reuters, January 2022)
• The United Nations has expressed concern over the increasing number of attacks on civilians in Guinea-Bissau, particularly in the country's rural areas. (UN News, December 2021)

Health

• Guinea-Bissau has reported an outbreak of cholera, with 14 cases confirmed and several deaths reported. (WHO, January 2022)
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a vaccination campaign against yellow fever in Guinea-Bissau, following an outbreak in the country's capital, Bissau. (WHO, November 2021)

Other news

• Guinea-Bissau has launched a new national park, the Orango National Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including chimpanzees and hippos. (Africanews, December 2021)
• The country's capital, Bissau, has been named one of the most beautiful cities in Africa, according to a survey by the African Tourism Board. (Africanews, November 2021)