AGP Executive Report

Guinea-Bissau Politics: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional authorities have set an Aug. 30 referendum to decide whether a new constitution—approved by the National Transitional Council—should come into force, with voters casting a “Yes” or “No” under universal, direct, secret voting. Opposition Crackdown: Local reports say the military court placed main opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira in pre-trial detention, accusing him of involvement in an attempted coup in Oct. 2025 and other financial and coup-related charges; his lawyers and party call it politically motivated ahead of a Dec. 6 presidential race. Regional Security: Nigeria’s army chief convened African land forces and defence stakeholders in Port Harcourt, including Guinea-Bissau, pushing for stronger continental security cooperation against cross-border threats. Mobility & Travel: Pakistan’s passport has climbed to 100th on the Henley index, giving access to 30 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations, while the UK reaffirmed visa requirements for Nigerians and nationals of 100+ countries for short visits. Sports: CAF confirmed Enugu Rangers and Rivers United as Nigeria’s representatives for the 2026/27 CAF Champions League qualifiers.

Guinea-Bissau Politics: Guinea-Bissau’s military court has sent main opposition leader Domingos Simões Pereira back to pre-trial detention, after he was taken under heavy escort to Segunda Esquadra prison. Pereira, accused over an alleged October 2025 attempted coup and other financial crimes, says the case is politically aimed at blocking him from the 6 December presidential race. Constitutional Referendum: Transitional President Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 on whether to bring a new constitution into force, with voters casting a simple “Yes” or “No.” Security Cooperation: Nigeria’s army chief Waidi Shaibu opened the Third African Land Forces Forum in Port Harcourt, calling for a united front against terrorism and cross-border threats, with Guinea-Bissau among the participating countries. Sports & CAF: CAF confirmed Enugu Rangers and Rivers United as Nigeria’s representatives in the 2026/27 CAF Champions League qualifiers; Guinea-Bissau’s club slots are still pending league completion. Science & Nature: In Boé National Park, researchers are studying rare chimpanzee “accumulative stone throwing” at the same trees, a behavior that may reveal how primates communicate.

Guinea-Bissau Politics: Guinea-Bissau’s military court has sent main opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira to pre-trial detention, accusing him of involvement in an attempted coup in Oct. 2025 and other alleged financial crimes; his lawyers and party call it a politically motivated move ahead of the 6 December presidential race. Constitutional Transition: Transitional President Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 on whether to bring a new constitution into force, with voters casting a Yes/No ballot; the decree follows a favourable Supreme Court opinion and comes as authorities plan elections for Dec. 6. Regional Security: Nigeria’s army chief convened African land forces and defence stakeholders in Port Harcourt, urging a united front against terrorism and transnational threats, with Guinea-Bissau among the delegations. Travel Rules: The UK has reaffirmed visa requirements for Nigerians and nationals of 100+ countries for short visits under six months, updating its visitor immigration rules. US Deportations: The US DHS published an updated list of 374 West Africans marked for deportation, with Nigerians the largest group and Guinea-Bissau listed with one national.

Guinea-Bissau Politics: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional authorities have set Aug. 30 for a national referendum on a new constitution, with voters asked “Yes” or “No” on whether it should enter into force, as the military-led National Transitional Council continues to steer the country ahead of planned Dec. 6 elections. Opposition Under Pressure: Local reports say the main opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira was placed in pre-trial detention by a military court, accused over alleged coup involvement and financial crimes, with his lawyers calling it a politically motivated move to block his presidential bid. Regional Security: Nigeria’s army chief Waidi Shaibu convened African land forces leaders in Port Harcourt, pushing for a stronger, unified front against terrorism and cross-border threats, with Guinea-Bissau among the delegations. US Deportations: The US Department of Homeland Security published a “Worst of the Worst” list of 374 West Africans facing deportation, naming one person from Guinea-Bissau, while Nigerians make up the largest group. Trade & Shipping: CMA CGM announced new peak season surcharges affecting routes that include Guinea-Bissau, with a China-to-West Africa North Range fee set to begin in July 2026.

Constitutional Referendum: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional president Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 to decide whether a new constitution approved by the National Transitional Council should enter into force, with voters casting a Yes or No vote under universal, direct, secret suffrage. Opposition Under Pressure: Local reports say a military court placed main opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira in pre-trial detention, accusing him of involvement in an attempted coup in Oct. 2025 and other alleged financial and coup-related crimes; his lawyers and party call it politically motivated ahead of a Dec. 6 election. Public Health Alert: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, prompting health authorities to activate national response measures, reinforce surveillance at borders, and urge the public to follow basic prevention steps. Regional Security: Nigeria’s army chief Waidi Shaibu met Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces chief Tomas Djass and also convened African army leaders in Port Harcourt to push stronger cooperation against terrorism and transnational threats. Sports: CAF confirmed Enugu Rangers and Rivers United as Nigeria’s representatives for the 2026/27 CAF Champions League qualifiers, while Guinea-Bissau’s club entry remains pending until its domestic league ends.

Opposition Under Pressure: Guinea-Bissau’s military court has sent main opposition leader Domingos Simões Pereira to pre-trial detention, accusing him of involvement in an attempted coup in Oct. 2025 and other alleged financial crimes; his lawyers and party call it a politically motivated move to bar him from the Dec. 6 presidential race. Constitutional Vote Ahead: Transitional President Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 on whether to bring a new constitution into force, with voters casting a Yes/No ballot; the transitional council has been acting as the legislature since the Nov. 2025 coup. Health Alert: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, activating national response measures and urging the public to watch for symptoms and follow basic prevention steps. Regional Security Talks: Nigeria’s army chief Waidi Shaibu met Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces chief and pushed for stronger West African military cooperation against terrorism and cross-border threats. Digital Payments Push: BanffPay in Liberia secured a Central Bank PSP license for a unified pay-in/pay-out API, signaling growing fintech momentum across the region.

Constitutional Referendum: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional president Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 to decide whether a new constitution approved by the National Transitional Council should come into force, with voters casting a simple “Yes” or “No” under universal, direct, secret voting. Presidential Power Shift: The junta also backs a constitutional change moving the country from a parliamentary system to a stronger presidential one, including powers to appoint the prime minister and dissolve parliament, while elections are still planned for Dec. 6. Public Health Alert: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, activating national response measures and urging heightened hygiene and vigilance at borders and nationwide. Regional Security: Nigeria’s army chief Waidi Shaibu convened African land forces leaders in Port Harcourt, calling for a united front against terrorism and cross-border threats, with Guinea-Bissau among the delegations. Trade and Industry Push: Aliko Dangote urged African governments to remove intra-African trade barriers and speed up industrialization, warning the continent still exports mostly raw materials.

Constitutional Referendum: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional president Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 to decide whether a new constitution approved by the National Transitional Council should come into force, with voters casting a “Yes” or “No” vote. Mpox Alert: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, activating national response measures, reinforcing surveillance at borders, and urging the public to follow basic prevention steps. Digital Payments in the Region: BanffPay (Liberia) secured a Payment Service Provider license from the Central Bank of Liberia, positioning its “unified” pay-in/pay-out API to expand secure digital payments across Africa. Regional Security Talks: Nigeria’s army chief Waidi Shaibu convened African land forces leaders in Port Harcourt and pushed for a stronger, unified front against terrorism and cross-border threats, with Guinea-Bissau among the delegations. CAF Champions League: CAF confirmed Enugu Rangers and Rivers United as Nigeria’s representatives for the 2026/27 CAF Champions League qualifiers, while Guinea-Bissau’s club slot remains pending domestic league completion.

Constitutional Transition: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional president Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 to decide whether a new constitution approved by the National Transitional Council should enter into force, with voters casting a simple Yes or No. Public Health: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, triggering national response measures, contact tracing, and stronger surveillance at borders, while urging the public to follow basic prevention steps. Regional Security: Nigeria’s army chief, Lt-Gen Waidi Shaibu, met Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces chief in Port Harcourt and pushed for deeper West African military cooperation against terrorism and cross-border threats. Sports: CAF confirmed qualifiers for the 2026/27 CAF Champions League, with Guinea-Bissau’s club still pending as its domestic league has not finished. Energy & Trade: MSGBC 2026 in Dakar (Dec. 1–3) will spotlight LNG infrastructure and regional gas monetization, as the basin moves toward large-scale gas development.

Constitutional Referendum: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional authorities have set an Aug. 30 referendum to decide whether a new constitution—approved by the National Transitional Council—should enter into force, with voters casting a Yes or No under universal, direct, secret voting. Mpox Alert: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, activating national response measures, launching contact tracing, and urging the public to follow basic prevention steps. Security Cooperation: Nigeria’s army chief, Lt-Gen Waidi Shaibu, hosted African army leaders in Port Harcourt for the Third African Land Forces Forum, calling for a united front against terrorism and cross-border threats, including participation from Guinea-Bissau. Regional Football: CAF confirmed Enugu Rangers and Rivers United as Nigeria’s representatives in the 2026/27 CAF Champions League qualifiers, while Guinea-Bissau’s club list remains pending the end of its domestic league. Digital Payments: BanffPay (Liberia) secured a Payment Service Provider license from the Central Bank of Liberia, aiming to launch a unified pay-in/pay-out API for fintech and cross-border payments.

Constitutional Referendum: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional president Horta Inta-A has set a national referendum for Aug. 30 on a new constitution approved by the National Transitional Council, with voters casting a straight “Yes” or “No” vote. Presidential Power Shift: The proposed amendment would move the country further toward a presidential system, including powers to appoint the prime minister and dissolve parliament, as elections are still planned for Dec. 6. Public Health Alert: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, prompting health authorities to activate national response measures, reinforce surveillance at borders, and urge the public to follow basic prevention steps. CAF Champions League: CAF confirmed Enugu Rangers and Rivers United for Nigeria’s 2026/27 CAF Champions League qualifiers, while Guinea-Bissau’s representative is still pending because its domestic league has not finished. Regional Security Talks: Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces chief met Nigeria’s army leadership in Port Harcourt as African army chiefs pushed for stronger cooperation against terrorism and cross-border threats.

Constitutional Referendum: Guinea-Bissau’s transitional president Horta Inta-A has ordered a national referendum for Aug. 30 on whether to bring into force a new constitution approved by the National Transitional Council, with voters casting a straight “Yes” or “No” in a universal, direct, secret ballot. Presidential Power Shift: The military junta says the proposed change would move the country further toward a presidential system, letting the president appoint the prime minister and government and dissolve parliament, while also stating that the transitional leader won’t be allowed to run in December’s planned elections. Public Health Alert: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, activating national response measures, reinforcing surveillance at borders, and urging the public to follow basic prevention steps while contacts are traced. Regional Security Talks: Guinea-Bissau featured in high-level West African military coordination as African army chiefs met in Port Harcourt, with calls for a unified front against terrorism and cross-border threats. ECOWAS Political Tension: Opposition parties accuse ECOWAS of bias after a regional mission focused only on coup authorities, arguing it legitimizes the constitutional review.

Mpox Alert in Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, with health authorities activating national response measures, reinforcing surveillance at borders, and launching contact tracing after a 27-year-old woman sought care on June 24; samples were tested in Dakar and confirmed, and officials urged the public to watch for fever or rashes and follow basic prevention steps. Security Cooperation: Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff met Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces chief in Port Harcourt and used the Third African Land Forces Forum to push stronger continental security coordination against transnational threats. Regional Defence Forum: The same forum brought together army chiefs from across Africa, including Guinea-Bissau, to back a unified front for collective peace and stability. Trade and Aviation Link: United Nigeria Airlines was admitted as a full member of AFRAA and recently signed an MoU with Guinea-Bissau to establish a national carrier, aiming to boost regional connectivity. Health and Politics Watch: Guinea-Bissau opposition parties accused ECOWAS of bias after a mission they say met only coup authorities, fueling renewed political tension around constitutional review.

Mpox Alert in Guinea-Bissau: Health authorities confirmed the country’s first mpox case: a 27-year-old woman fell ill after seeking care on June 24. Samples were tested locally and then confirmed in Dakar, and national response measures are now active, with contact tracing, stronger surveillance at borders, and public guidance on hygiene and avoiding close contact with people showing fever or rashes. Regional Defence Cooperation: Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Waidi Shaibu, met Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces chief in Port Harcourt and also convened African army leaders at the Third African Land Forces Forum, pushing a unified front against transnational threats and closer security coordination. Aviation Link-Up: United Nigeria Airlines joined AFRAA as a full member, and the airline recently signed an MoU with the Government of Guinea-Bissau to establish a national carrier, aiming to deepen West African connectivity. Shipping Costs for West Africa: CMA CGM announced July 2026 peak season surcharges affecting routes that include Guinea-Bissau, with a new China-to-West Africa North Range charge starting 6 July.

Mpox Alert in Guinea-Bissau: Health authorities confirmed the country’s first mpox case: a 27-year-old woman was diagnosed after samples were tested in Guinea-Bissau and confirmed at Institut Pasteur in Dakar. Public Health Response: Surveillance was reinforced nationwide and at border points, with contact tracing underway and officials urging handwashing and avoiding close contact with people showing fever or rashes. ECOWAS and Guinea-Bissau Politics: Opposition groups accuse ECOWAS of bias after a mission that, they say, met only coup authorities while sidelining major political parties, as the constitutional review and election timeline remain disputed. Morocco-Sahara Diplomacy: Guinea-Bissau reaffirmed support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and its Sahara autonomy plan, including the opening of a consulate in Dakhla. Aviation Integration: United Nigeria Airlines joined AFRAA as a full member, and it recently signed an MoU with Guinea-Bissau to establish a national carrier.

Public Health: Guinea-Bissau confirmed its first mpox case, with the patient identified as a 27-year-old woman; samples were tested locally and then confirmed in Dakar, and authorities have activated national response measures under WHO rules, launched contact tracing, reinforced surveillance at borders, and urged basic prevention like handwashing and avoiding close contact with people showing fever or rashes. Regional Politics: Opposition parties in Guinea-Bissau accuse ECOWAS of bias after a regional mission reportedly met only coup authorities while sidelining opposition groups, escalating tensions around a controversial constitutional review and plans for elections. Diplomacy: Guinea-Bissau reaffirmed support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and its Sahara autonomy plan, highlighting the opening of a consulate in Dakhla and pointing to UN Security Council Resolution 2797. Culture & Community: A Lusophone handicraft exhibition in Bissau showcases traditional crafts from Portuguese-speaking countries, including Guinea-Bissau, as part of China–Portuguese-speaking cultural week programming.