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Gunmen storm party headquarters as military cements power in Guinea-Bissau

Two of Guinea-Bissau's main political parties saw their headquarters attacked by armed men on Saturday as the military continues to establish its grip on power following a coup earlier this week. Party officials say they fear an attempt to plant weapons in preparation for bringing false charges against them.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 29, 2025

Guinea-Bissau’s deposed president flees to Senegal as UN condemns latest coup

Guinea-Bissau’s ousted president has found refuge in neighbouring Senegal following a military power grab, drawing condemnation from the United Nations, Ecowas and the African Union.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 28, 2025

Deposed Guinea-Bissau president Embaló arrives in neighboring Senegal a day after coup

Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau have announced a new junta leader, cementing a forceful takeover of power that began after a disputed presidential election and led to deposed President Umaro Sissoco Embaló departing for neighboring Senegal

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2025

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Guinea-Bissau general sworn in as transitional president following coup

Guinea-Bissau’s military has installed General Horta Nta Na Man as transitional president for one year, a statement said, one day after they deposed the country's president in a swift power grab that followed a disputed election.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 27, 2025

Guinea-Bissau military takes ‘total control’ amid election chaos

Officers say they are closing borders and suspending poll as president and main rival both claim victory

The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2025

Guinea-Bissau military claims to have seized power after disputed vote

Military officers in Guinea-Bissau declared they had seized "total control" of the government on Wednesday, suspending the electoral process and closing borders just three days after the impoverished West African nation held contested legislative and presidential elections.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 26, 2025

Guinea Bissau heads to the polls amid controversy over barred opposition

Guinea Bissau's incumbent President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, in power since 2020, is seeking a second term, but chronic instability and a wealth of opponents could stand in his way.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 22, 2025

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