Latest news in Sao Tome and Principe? September 8th, 2026
08-09-2026
Key developments in São Tomé and Príncipe around September 8, 2026:
- President Vila Nova Begins Second Term: President Carlos Vila Nova has officially commenced his second term as head of state. His campaign team submitted full audited accounts to the Constitutional Court, noting that the campaign operated on approximately half a million euros funded strictly via private donations and personal assets. Channel Africa
- Campaigning for September 27 Triple Elections: The country is actively preparing for legislative, municipal, and regional elections scheduled for September 27, 2026. Seven political parties are vying for the 55 seats in the National Assembly to establish a new governing majority and prime minister, alongside local council and regional leadership across São Tomé and the autonomous island of Príncipe. Sharing Ai
- Bilateral Cooperation with Mozambique: São Tomé and Príncipe and Mozambique have moved to broaden bilateral ties, focusing primarily on mutual trade expansion, customs agreements, and diplomatic/technical training initiatives.
- Regional Solidarity with Cape Verde: The Santomean presidency issued an official statement of solidarity and condolences following a major transport accident in Cape Verde.
- Energy and Economic Structural Reforms: The government continues consultations with multilateral partners (including the World Bank and IMF) targeting structural power sector reliability, transitions toward renewable energy access, and public debt stabilization under its post-LDC transition strategy. Sharing Ai