AGP Executive Report

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.

Energy Access: The World Bank says its West Africa power integration programme has extended electricity access to over 3 million people, building 4,000+ km of high-voltage lines linking 15 countries and boosting cross-border power trade. Press Freedom: Reporters Without Borders’ 2026 map shows global press freedom at a 25-year low, with over half of countries now rated “difficult” or “very serious,” and the U.S. ranking 64th. Human Rights—FGM: Djabu Balde, a survivor from Guinea-Bissau, speaks out against female genital mutilation and for the rights of millions of girls and women. Maritime Security: A “To Break the Siege” account describes a Mediterranean distress incident where a flotilla was intercepted and later released after alleged violence and mistreatment. Regional Football: Nigeria’s Super Eagles won the Unity Cup, beating Jamaica 3-0 in the final, while coach Eric Chelle warns AFCON 2027 qualifiers won’t have “small teams,” including Guinea-Bissau in Nigeria’s group. OMVG Energy Watch: Guinea’s energy minister and OMVG chair Laye Sekou Camara warns cash-flow and contract tensions could delay projects like Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG interconnection. Guinea-Bissau in the Spotlight: A separate report notes Guinea-Bissau among African states flagged in global shipping registry rankings tied to sanctions loopholes.

ECOWAS Mission Oversight: An ECOWAS inspection team visited the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), with the acting head of the Peace Support Operations Division, Dr Sani Adamu, leading an operational readiness check at GHANCOY 4 in Bissau on 20 May. Regional Football Focus: Guinea-Bissau is in the spotlight in Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 qualifying plans after Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle warned against complacency, stressing that “there is no small team in Africa” and naming Guinea-Bissau as a tough opponent in Group L. Sports Results: In the Unity Cup semi-finals, Nigeria beat Zimbabwe 2-0, with debutant Femi Azeez scoring twice to set up a final against Jamaica or India. Africa Day Diplomacy: Azerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Yalchin Rafiyev said visits by African leaders to Azerbaijan have risen sharply, including Guinea-Bissau’s president among those attending events. Energy Governance Watch: OMVG’s new chairman, Guinea’s Laye Sekou Camara, warned that cash-flow problems and contract tensions could delay major energy projects like the Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG Interconnection.

ECOWAS Mission Check: An ECOWAS inspection team visited Guinea-Bissau to assess readiness for the ESSMGB peace support mission, with the acting head of the Peace Support Operations Division leading the operational review. Regional Security: South Africa says it seized about 713kg of methaqualone at Beitbridge, arresting three suspects after an eight-hour search tied to drug trafficking charges. Human Rights: CPJ welcomed Senegal’s presidential pardon of journalist René Capain Bassène, released after more than eight years in detention over a case linked to the 2018 killing of illegal loggers in Casamance. Africa Day Diplomacy & Culture: Azerbaijan reported a rise in African leaders visiting Baku, while Turkey and the Yunus Emre Institute hosted an international poetry evening for peace with diplomats including Guinea-Bissau representatives. Energy Watch: Guinea’s OMVG chair warned that cash-flow problems and contract tensions could delay major energy projects like the Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG interconnection. Sports (Africa Focus): Nigeria’s Unity Cup run continued as the Super Eagles beat Zimbabwe 2-0, with Guinea-Bissau named in AFCON 2027 qualifying group talk across Nigeria coverage.

Football & Identity: A new Premier League nationality breakdown says Everton used players from just 9 nationalities, while Burnley, Sunderland, Tottenham and Wolves led with 17; notably, Everton’s list includes Guinea-Bissau among the countries represented. Drug Trafficking Watch: South African border authorities seized about 713kg of methaqualone at Beitbridge, arresting three suspects after an eight-hour search of a truck from Malawi. Regional Security (ECOWAS): An ECOWAS inspection team visited Guinea-Bissau to assess the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission, with a focus on operational readiness. Maritime Cooperation: The Obangame Express exercise (OE26) wrapped in Cameroon, with Guinea-Bissau among more than 30 participating countries tackling piracy, illegal fishing and trafficking in the Gulf of Guinea. Energy Governance (OMVG): Guinea’s OMVG chair Laye Sekou Camara warned that cash-flow problems and contract tensions could delay major projects like the Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG interconnection. Sports (Nigeria vs Guinea-Bissau): Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 qualifying group includes Guinea-Bissau, and Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle urged players not to underestimate any opponent.

Drug Interdiction: South African border authorities seized about 713kg of methaqualone (ABBA) worth nearly R1 billion at Beitbridge, after a routine stop escalated into an eight-hour search; three suspects were arrested and are set to appear in court. Regional Security: An ECOWAS inspection team visited Guinea-Bissau to assess the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission, part of broader readiness work for peace and stability in the country. Maritime Cooperation: The multinational Obangame Express maritime exercise wrapped in early May, with Guinea-Bissau among participating states, targeting piracy, illegal fishing and trafficking in the Gulf of Guinea. Football Focus: Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 qualifying group includes Guinea-Bissau, with coaches warning against complacency ahead of matches across 2026–2027. Diplomacy & Culture: Turkey and the Yunus Emre Institute hosted an international poetry evening for peace in The Gambia, with Guinea-Bissau among the diplomatic guests.

Human Rights: CPJ welcomed Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye’s pardon and release of journalist René Capain Bassène, jailed since 2018 over the Bayottes forest killings in Casamance, after rights groups said his conviction relied on coerced testimony. Regional Energy & Governance: Guinea’s OMVG chair Laye Sekou Camara warned that cash-flow problems and contract disputes could stall key projects like Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG Interconnection, urging member states to clear dues and fund 2026 operations. Maritime Security: Obangame Express OE26 wrapped a three-week Gulf of Guinea readiness exercise in Cameroon, with Guinea-Bissau among 30+ participating countries tackling piracy, illegal fishing and trafficking. Tech & Licensing: Guinea-Bissau’s telecom regulator UCC is cited in wider regional debates as Starlink seeks a license amid taxation and sovereignty concerns. Sports (Guinea-Bissau in focus): Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 Group L includes Guinea-Bissau, with coaches warning against complacency as qualifiers run across 2026–2027 windows.

ECOWAS Security in Guinea-Bissau: An ECOWAS inspection team visited the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), with the acting head of the Peace Support Operations Division, Dr Sani Adamu, leading an operational readiness check at GHANCOY 4 in Bissau on 20 May. Regional Border Cooperation: ECOWAS member states pushed for stronger cross-border coordination to fight terrorism and transnational crime, with Guinea-Bissau among the countries represented at the Abuja stakeholders meeting. AFCON 2027 Focus (Nigeria/Group L): Nigeria’s Super Eagles were drawn with Tanzania, Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, and coach Eric Chelle warned against complacency, stressing that Guinea-Bissau are no “small team” and every match will matter. Unity Cup Football: In London, debutant Femi Azeez scored twice as Nigeria beat Zimbabwe 2-0, setting up a final against Jamaica or India. Africa Day Diplomacy: Azerbaijan said visits by African leaders to Baku have surged, including Guinea-Bissau’s president among those mentioned.

ECOWAS Energy & Integration Watch: Guinea’s OMVG leadership warned that cash-flow problems and contract disputes are putting flagship power projects like the Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG Interconnection at risk, urging member states to clear arrears and fund 2026 budgets. Maritime Security in the Region: The Obangame Express OE26 exercise wrapped up in Cameroon after three weeks, with Guinea-Bissau among participating countries working to improve readiness against piracy, illegal fishing and trafficking in the Gulf of Guinea. Cross-Border Security Push: ECOWAS meetings in Guinea-Bissau and Abuja highlighted stronger cooperation to fight terrorism and transnational crime, with plans to deepen joint security and trade facilitation across borders. AFCON Qualifiers Focus (Regional Football): Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 Group L includes Guinea-Bissau, and coaches and analysts are stressing that Tanzania, Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau are not “easy” opponents—expect tough matches ahead. Bio-Data Ethics Debate: A new report raises concerns about health research and “anonymised” genetic data being drawn from African populations, including references to Guinea-Bissau.