Latest news in Sao Tome and Principe? September 27th, 2026
27-09-2026
The primary news developments concerning São Tomé and Príncipe include:
Nationwide Legislative and Local Elections: Voters across São Tomé and Príncipe head to the polls for critical parliamentary and municipal elections. Approximately 142,000 registered voters are electing all 55 members of the National Assembly, alongside municipal councilors and representatives for the autonomous regional government of Príncipe. The legislative vote is pivotal for determining the ruling coalition and appointing the next prime minister.
Sharing Ai+ 1Election Logistics and Observation: The National Electoral Commission (CEN) and local security forces deployed teams across both islands to supervise polling stations and ensure orderly proceedings, accompanied by regional and international election observation missions.
Sharing AiDiplomatic Activity at the UN: Foreign Minister Ilza Maria dos Santos Amado Vaz addressed the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, focusing on multilateral cooperation, climate vulnerability for Small Island Developing States (SIDS), and sustainable economic development.