AGP Executive Report

House Arrest in Guinea-Bissau: Opposition leader Domingos Simões Pereira has been ordered kept under house arrest by a military court after further questioning over alleged coup plotting, following his detention after the Nov. 26 coup and his earlier release under house arrest in January. Workers’ Rights Watch: The ITUC Global Rights Index places Zimbabwe on a “watch list” for rising labour rights violations, while Guinea-Bissau is also named on the index’s watch list for increasing abuses. Health Sector Boost: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned from specialist postgraduate training in Venezuela, ready to strengthen the national health system. Humanitarian Aid for Eid: Qatar Red Crescent Society says its Eid al-Adha campaign reached 247,344 beneficiaries across Qatar and 13 countries including Guinea-Bissau. Regional Energy Push: The World Bank reports West Africa’s power integration programme has expanded electricity access to over three million people and built 4,000+ km of transmission lines across 15 countries, including Guinea-Bissau. Migration Pressure: The US DHS confirms deportations under its West Africa Operations Watch, listing Guinea-Bissau among the affected nationals.

Opposition Under Pressure: Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira has been ordered kept under house arrest after being questioned again over alleged coup plotting, with heavy security around his court appearance; his lawyer says he knew nothing and did not take part. Humanitarian Aid: Qatar Red Crescent Society’s Eid al-Adha “Make Their Eid” campaign reached 247,344 beneficiaries across Qatar and 13 countries, including Guinea-Bissau, delivering sacrificial meat and support to needy and displaced families. Energy & Development: The World Bank says a West Africa power integration programme has expanded electricity access to over three million people and built more than 4,000 km of transmission lines across 15 countries, including Guinea-Bissau, to boost cross-border trade. Climate Resilience Funding: New GEF-8 projects will send over $67m to vulnerable countries, including Guinea-Bissau, to strengthen flood/coastal risk management, food and water security, and disaster preparedness. Migration & Deportations: The US confirmed deportation plans under its West Africa Operations Watch, listing Guinea-Bissau among those affected, while Mauritanian coast guard operations rescued 181 Gambians and other West Africans at sea.

Opposition Under Pressure: Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira has been ordered kept under house arrest after being questioned again over alleged coup plotting, with heavy security around his court appearance. Humanitarian Aid: Qatar Red Crescent Society’s Eid al-Adha “Make Their Eid” campaign says it reached 247,344 beneficiaries across Qatar and 13 countries, including Guinea-Bissau, delivering sacrificial meat and support to needy and displaced families. Health Workforce: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned home fully accredited as specialists after completing postgraduate studies in Venezuela, aiming to strengthen the country’s health system. Energy & Power: The World Bank reports major progress on West Africa’s power integration, including electricity access gains and cross-border trade—covering Guinea-Bissau through regional grid connections. Rights Watch: The Global Rights Index places Guinea-Bissau on its watchlist for rising workers’ rights violations, as governments are accused of failing to protect working people. Migration Pressure: The US confirmed deportations under its West Africa Operations Watch, listing Guinea-Bissau among the countries affected.

Opposition Under Pressure: Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira has been ordered kept under house arrest after further questioning over alleged coup plotting, with heavy security around his court appearance. Humanitarian Aid: Qatar Red Crescent Society’s Eid Al-Adha “Make Their Eid” sacrifice campaign reached 247,344 beneficiaries across Qatar and 13 countries, including Guinea-Bissau. Climate Resilience Funding: Guinea-Bissau is among countries set to receive new support under GEF’s Least Developed Countries Fund and Special Climate Change Fund, with a package worth over $67m aimed at flood/coastal risks, food and water security, and disaster preparedness. Health Workforce: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned as fully accredited specialists after postgraduate training in Venezuela, ready to strengthen the national health system. Water Safety Warning: A new global drinking-water assessment highlights unsafe water risks, with many African nations among the lowest-ranked for water quality. Regional Electricity Push: World Bank-backed power projects expanded electricity access across West Africa, improving cross-border trade and supply—relevant to Guinea-Bissau’s wider energy goals. US Deportations: The US confirmed deportations of 355 West Africans under its WOW initiative, including at least one person from Guinea-Bissau.

Opposition Under Pressure: Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira has been ordered kept under house arrest by a military court after further questioning over alleged coup plotting, with heavy security around his appearance. Food Crisis Warning: The UN World Food Programme says hunger and malnutrition are worsening in Guinea-Bissau as funding shortfalls force cuts during the June–August lean season, including reduced school meals and a pause in specialized nutrition for children under two. Health Skills Boost: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned home fully accredited as specialists after postgraduate training in Venezuela, ready to strengthen the national health system. Climate Finance for Resilience: Guinea-Bissau is among countries set to receive new support under GEF’s LDCF/SCCF package, with projects aimed at flood/coastal risk reduction, food and water security, and disaster preparedness. Regional Electricity Push: The World Bank reports major progress on West Africa’s power integration, expanding electricity access for millions and improving cross-border trade—key for Guinea-Bissau’s wider energy reliability. Rights Watchlist: Guinea-Bissau is listed on the Global Rights Index “Watchlist” for rising violations affecting workers and civil freedoms.

Opposition Under Pressure: Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira has been ordered kept under house arrest after being questioned again over alleged coup plotting, with heavy security at court and his lawyer saying he knew nothing of any attempt to subvert the constitutional order. Humanitarian Alarm: The UN World Food Programme warns hunger and malnutrition are worsening in Guinea-Bissau as funding shortfalls force cuts during the June–August lean season, including reduced school meals and suspended specialized nutrition for children under two. Health Capacity Boost: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned home fully accredited as specialists after completing postgraduate training in Venezuela, aiming to strengthen the national health system. Climate Resilience Funding: Guinea-Bissau is among countries set to receive new support under GEF’s LDCF/SCCF package, with projects targeting flood and coastal risks, food and water security, and disaster preparedness. Energy Access Gains: The World Bank says West Africa’s power integration programme has expanded electricity access to over three million people and improved cross-border trade—relevant for Guinea-Bissau’s grid connections. Migration Watch: Mauritania’s coast guard reports rescuing 181 Gambians among 911 migrants intercepted over five days, with some passengers also from Guinea-Bissau.

Opposition Under Pressure: Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira has been ordered kept under house arrest after being questioned again over alleged coup plotting, with heavy security around court appearances and the PAIGC leader denying any attempt to subvert the constitutional order. Food Crisis Worsens: The UN World Food Programme warns hunger and malnutrition are deepening in Guinea-Bissau as funding shortfalls force cuts during the June–August lean season, including reduced school meals and suspended specialized nutrition for young children. Health System Boost: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned from postgraduate training in Venezuela as fully accredited specialists, ready to strengthen local healthcare. Energy Access Push: The World Bank says its West Africa power programme has expanded electricity access to over three million people and built 4,000+ km of transmission lines across 15 countries, including Guinea-Bissau. Climate Resilience Funding: Guinea-Bissau is among countries set to receive new GEF adaptation support, with projects aimed at flood/coastal risk reduction and stronger food and water security. Migration Rescue: Mauritania’s coast guard reports rescuing 181 Gambians among 911 migrants intercepted or rescued over five days, with some passengers also from Guinea-Bissau.

Opposition Under Pressure: Domingos Simoes Pereira, leader of PAIGC, was detained after the Nov. 26 coup that toppled President Umaro Sissoco Embalo, later released under house arrest, and is now back in court under heavy security as he faces accusations tied to alleged attempted coups in 2023 and Oct. 2025. Humanitarian & Food Security: The UN World Food Programme warns Guinea-Bissau’s lean season is worsening hunger and malnutrition, with school meals cut from 283,400 to about 152,000 and specialized nutrition for under-2s suspended amid funding shortfalls. Climate Finance for Resilience: The GEF approved new LDCF/SCCF projects worth over $67m (plus nearly $218m co-financing), including support for Guinea-Bissau to reduce flood/coastal risks and strengthen food and water security. Health Capacity Boost: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned from postgraduate specialization in Venezuela, ready to strengthen the national health system as accredited specialists. Regional Energy Push: World Bank-backed power integration projects report electricity access for over 3 million people across West Africa, with Guinea-Bissau among the connected countries. Migration Watch: The US confirmed deportations of 355 West Africans under its WOW initiative, including one Guinea-Bissau national, as Nigeria leads the list with 110.

US Deportations: The US Department of Homeland Security confirmed deportation plans for 355 West Africans under its “WOW” initiative, with Nigeria listed for 110 removals—the highest in the region—followed by Liberia (94), Ghana (30) and Senegal (19); the list also includes Guinea-Bissau (1) and other West African nationals. Electricity Push: The World Bank says a West Africa power programme has expanded electricity access to over 3 million people, building more than 4,000 km of transmission lines linking 15 countries and boosting cross-border power trade. Health Skills for Guinea-Bissau: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors returned home fully accredited as specialists after completing postgraduate studies in Venezuela, aiming to strengthen the national health system. Hunger Warning: WFP warns Guinea-Bissau’s lean season could worsen hunger and malnutrition, citing funding shortfalls that have already cut school meals and disrupted nutrition support for young children. Climate Finance: GEF funding approved in Samarkand will send over $67 million to Guinea-Bissau and other vulnerable countries to reduce flood/coastal risks and improve food and water security.

Health Skills Return: Five Guinea-Bissau doctors have come back home fully accredited as specialists after postgraduate training in Venezuela, ready to strengthen the national health system. Electricity for West Africa: The World Bank says a regional power programme is expanding cross-border electricity trade and adding access for millions, including Guinea-Bissau, through new transmission links. Climate Resilience Funding: GEF’s LDCF/SCCF council approved new projects worth over $67m (with nearly $218m co-financing) for vulnerable countries, with Guinea-Bissau among those set to receive support for flood/coastal risks, food and water security, and disaster preparedness. Hunger Warning: WFP warns Guinea-Bissau’s lean season could push more children and vulnerable families deeper into hunger and malnutrition as funding shortfalls force cuts, including reduced school meals and suspended supplies for under-two nutrition. US Deportations: The US confirmed deportation plans for 355 West Africans, naming one Guinea-Bissau citizen among those affected.

US Deportations Hit West Africa: The US Department of Homeland Security says 355 West Africans will be deported, with Nigeria facing the biggest share (110). The list also includes 94 Liberians, 30 Ghanaians, 19 Senegalese—and 1 person from Guinea-Bissau—flagged for issues like visa overstays and criminal convictions. Migration Rescue at Sea: Mauritania’s Coast Guard says it rescued/intercepted 911 migrants over five days, including 181 Gambians. One rescue off Nouakchott involved 110 migrants, including 10 Gambians and others from Guinea, Senegal, Mauritania, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, and more. Food Crisis Warning in Guinea-Bissau: WFP warns hunger and malnutrition are worsening as funding shortfalls force cuts during the June–August lean season, including reduced school meals and a suspension of specialized nutrition for children under two. Climate Finance for Resilience: The GEF approved new LDCF/SCCF projects worth over $67m (plus nearly $218m co-financing) for vulnerable countries including Guinea-Bissau, targeting flood/coastal risks, food and water security, and disaster preparedness. OMVG Energy Push, Funding Worries: Guinea’s OMVG chair warns cash-flow and contract tensions could delay projects like the Sambangalou Dam and OMVG interconnection, urging member states to clear contributions and fund 2026 priorities.

Climate Finance for Resilience: The GEF’s LDCF/SCCF Council approved a new package for vulnerable countries, including Guinea-Bissau, with over $67m in fresh funding and nearly $218m in co-financing to cut flood and coastal risks, boost food and water security, and strengthen disaster preparedness. Food Crisis Warning: The World Food Programme says hunger and malnutrition are worsening in Guinea-Bissau as funding shortfalls force cuts during the June–August lean season, including reduced school meals and suspended specialized nutrition for under-2s. Rice Import Pressure: The African Development Bank urged West Africa to move from plans to action on rice, warning the region’s $3.5bn annual import bill is draining foreign reserves, and pointing to early funding that includes projects in Guinea-Bissau. Electricity Access & Grid Strain: The World Bank reports regional power integration has expanded electricity access to over 3 million people, while Guinea-Bissau’s wider energy challenges remain tied to reliability and financing. Deportation List Includes Guinea-Bissau: The US DHS released names and photos of 355 people set for deportation from West Africa; the list includes 1 person from Guinea-Bissau.

Food Security Crisis: WFP warns Guinea-Bissau’s lean season is set to worsen hunger and malnutrition, with funding shortfalls cutting school meals from 283,400 to about 152,000 and suspending specialized nutrition for under-twos, leaving tens of thousands more children without daily support. Climate Finance: The GEF approved over USD 67 million for Guinea-Bissau and other vulnerable countries to strengthen resilience, with projects targeting flood and coastal risks plus food and water security. Energy Access: A World Bank-backed West Africa power programme says electricity access has expanded to more than three million people across the region, supported by thousands of kilometres of transmission lines and cross-border trading. Environment & Research: A new field report from Boé National Park highlights rare “accumulative stone throwing” by wild western chimpanzees, with researchers linking the behavior to social and ecological communication. US Deportations: The US confirmed deportation of 355 people from West Africa and released names and photos, including one listed from Guinea-Bissau. Sports (Regional Link): Guinea-Bissau international Carlos Mendes Gomes was released by Bolton Wanderers after their promotion.

Food Security Crisis: The UN World Food Programme warns Guinea-Bissau is sliding deeper into hunger and malnutrition as funding shortfalls force cuts during the June-to-August lean season, with nearly 130,000 people expected to face crisis hunger levels; school meals have already been slashed from 283,400 to about 152,000, and specialized nutrition for children under two has been suspended. Energy Pressure in the Region: Guinea’s OMVG chair Laye Sekou Camara says persistent financial constraints and contract tensions are threatening key energy projects like the Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG Interconnection, urging member states to clear dues and secure budgets. Sports & Regional Spotlight: Nigeria’s Super Eagles keep Guinea-Bissau in focus for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers after coach Eric Chelle stressed that teams like Guinea-Bissau can’t be treated as “small,” with Group L also including Tanzania and Madagascar. Maritime Security: Obangame Express OE26, a major Gulf of Guinea anti-crime exercise, wrapped up after involving Guinea-Bissau and other regional partners to tackle piracy, illegal fishing, and trafficking.

Food Crisis Watch: WFP warns Guinea-Bissau’s lean season is worsening hunger and malnutrition as funding shortfalls force cuts, with about 130,000 people expected to face crisis levels; school meal support drops from 283,400 to around 152,000, and specialized nutrition for under-twos is suspended, leaving roughly 56,000 children without key support. Regional Democracy Under Strain: A wider West Africa focus highlights how coups and crises are reshaping democratic life across the region, with Guinea-Bissau noted for a 2025 coup amid a broader military trend. Energy Access Pressure: The World Bank-backed West Africa power programme says electricity access has expanded to over three million people across the region, but the wider context of strained supply remains a concern. Sports & Focus: Nigeria’s Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle warns against complacency ahead of AFCON 2027 qualifiers, with Guinea-Bissau listed in Group L—an immediate reminder that Guinea-Bissau’s matches will matter on the pitch. Maritime Security: Obangame Express OE26 wrapped up after a three-week Gulf of Guinea exercise that included Guinea-Bissau, aiming to curb piracy, illegal fishing, and trafficking.

Super Eagles Update: Nigeria coach Eric Chelle says key forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman will miss friendlies against Portugal (June 10) and Poland (June 3), citing visa issues and club fatigue, as Nigeria reshapes for future AFCON runs. AFCON 2027 Focus: Chelle also warned against complacency after Nigeria were drawn in Group L with Tanzania, Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, stressing every opponent can cause problems. Unity Cup Results: Nigeria beat Jamaica 3-0 to retain the Unity Cup, with Alhassan Yusuf scoring twice and Terem Moffi adding one, while earlier they overcame Zimbabwe 2-0 in the semis. Energy for West Africa: A World Bank-backed power programme says it has expanded electricity access to over 3 million people across West Africa, building thousands of kilometres of transmission lines and boosting cross-border trade. Press Freedom Watch: A new global map shows press freedom at a 25-year low, with most countries now facing “difficult” or “very serious” conditions for journalists. FGM Advocacy: Djabu Balde, a Guinea-Bissau survivor and author, spoke out against female genital mutilation, urging action for millions of girls and women. Maritime Security: Obangame Express OE26 returned to Cameroon, with Guinea-Bissau among participating countries, aiming to curb piracy, illegal fishing and trafficking in the Gulf of Guinea.