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The historic "Rocas" plantations in São Tomé and Príncipe have been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, recognizing their architectural significance and role in the nation's history, including its past use of forced labor.

A high-level Moroccan delegation led by Akhannouch represented King Mohammed VI at the swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected president of São Tomé and Príncipe.

Portugal's head of government has traveled to São Tomé and Príncipe for the swearing-in of the newly elected president, reaffirming bilateral ties as a top diplomatic priority.

The former Portuguese colony continues to depend almost entirely on international assistance, with many citizens surviving on less than one euro per day, highlighting ongoing economic vulnerabilities.

Américo Ramos, leader of the ADI and head of government, responded to the former prime minister who called on militants to boycott the September 27 elections in protest of his removal from the party, stating that abstention is not a good strategy.

Six historic plantations in São Tomé and Príncipe have been classified as world heritage, marking a significant step for the preservation and recognition of the nation's broader cultural and historical patrimony.

São Tomé and Príncipe is holding a presidential election amidst a tense political climate. Voters are heading to the polls to decide the country's next leader.

A presidential candidate from São Tomé and Príncipe reported threats to the UN, accusing military forces of invading his property and expressing fear for his family's safety, leading him to suspend his candidacy.

Only Carlos Vila Nova signed the non-aggression pact proposed by the National Electoral Commission (CEN) in São Tomé and Príncipe, despite other candidates reportedly agreeing to sign before withdrawing at the last minute.

São Tomé and Príncipe's main political party, ADI, is experiencing an internal conflict, with Ramos proclaiming himself the winner and leader after a disputed congress. This follows the Constitutional Court's order for a congress within 30 days, which Trovoada reportedly refused.

Conceição Lima, the most translated author from São Tomé and Príncipe, known for her poetry and journalism, has passed away. Her works have been translated into numerous languages.

The World Trade Organization is appealing to Macau to help boost the accession of new countries, specifically mentioning Equatorial Guinea and São Tomé and Príncipe as observer members.

A profile highlights an individual born in São Tomé and Príncipe who moved to Portugal to study Economics, is considering a switch to Management, and holds Naide Gomes as a reference while remembering a seven-meter record.

The island nation is transforming historic colonial-era agricultural estates into living museums and tourist destinations to safeguard its past.

Montenegro’s head of government traveled to São Tomé and Príncipe to witness the swearing-in ceremony of Carlos Vila Nova, who secured a second term as president.

Montenegro will attend the presidential inauguration in São Tomé and Príncipe on September 3, using the diplomatic trip to prepare for Portugal’s upcoming non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council starting in January 2027.

São Tomé and Príncipe is striving to become an excellent tourist destination, leveraging its beaches, tropical forests, and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status to attract visitors.

The roças (plantations) of São Tomé and Príncipe have been recognized as world heritage, prompting discussions about the often-devalued human dimension of the 328,000 Africans recruited to work there between 1875 and 1970.

The definitive results confirm Carlos Vila Nova's victory in the presidential elections of São Tomé and Príncipe, with Nito d'Abreu coming in second.

The president of São Tomé and Príncipe, an African island nation often highlighted as a model of a well-functioning democracy, has been re-elected for another five-year term.

The Facebook account of São Tomé and Príncipe's President suffered a cyberattack, with a false post alluding to partisan support and featuring a photo of a former prime minister.

Petrobras has finalized its acquisition of offshore Block 3 in São Tomé and Príncipe, marking a significant expansion of its international exploration portfolio.

Brazil is competing for World Heritage status with its 'Theaters of the Amazon' in the Cultural Sites category, while São Tomé and Príncipe is vying with 'The roças of São Tomé and Príncipe: Colonial agricultural system and forced migration'.

The poet Conceição Lima, born in 1961, has passed away. São Tomé and Príncipe mourns the loss of a voice known for its unique balance of emotion, historical consciousness, and ethical inquiry.

A study by Georgetown University and the Digital Economist reveals that Beijing is leveraging Macau as a bridge to strengthen its ties with Portuguese-speaking African nations like Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, and São Tomé and Príncipe.

Gabon and São Tomé and Príncipe have both reiterated their support for Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, with São Tomé and Príncipe calling it the 'only credible solution.' This backing further strengthens Morocco's diplomatic position on the issue.

Elsa Pinto, former Minister of Foreign Affairs, has launched her pre-candidacy for the São Tomé and Príncipe presidential elections scheduled for July 19, challenging the MLSTP party to name its representative.

The Montenegrin leader participated in the swearing-in ceremony of São Tomé and Príncipe's new president, announcing plans for a bilateral summit to boost economic cooperation.

Minister of State for Defence Bello Muhammad Matawalle traveled to São Tomé to represent President Bola Tinubu at Carlos Vila Nova's second-term inauguration. The delegation highlights Nigeria's continued diplomatic engagement in West African regional affairs.

Prime Minister Américo Ramos announced a second pension hike during the current legislative term, retroactive to July, ahead of the country's September elections.

Macau and São Tomé and Príncipe have established a protocol for financial information exchange to combat money laundering, with Macau adhering to 40 international standards against financial crimes.

The opposition in São Tomé and Príncipe is calling for a parliamentary investigation, following a request by the Constitutional Court to the Supreme Court to suspend the preventive detention of Chilean Ignacio Purcell Mena, who is wanted by Interpol.

Carlos Vila Nova has secured a second five-year term as President of São Tomé and Príncipe, according to preliminary results announced by the election commission.

The first two hours of voting in the São Tomé and Príncipe presidential elections were marked by low voter turnout and two blockades south of the capital.

São Tomé and Príncipe has concluded its presidential election campaign, with attention now turning to the final rallies of candidates Nito d'Abreu and incumbent Carlos Vila Nova, ahead of Sunday's elections and Saturday's day of reflection.

The incumbent candidate, Vila Nova, concluded the second day of his re-election campaign in São Tomé and Príncipe with a rally in Mé-zóchi, appealing for national unity and highlighting his five years of experience.

The Electoral Commission of São Tomé and Príncipe demanded the removal of illegal campaign posters and pamphlets, leading to accusations of partiality from a candidate supported by ADI.

The Portuguese public broadcaster RTP is set to premiere 'Afrikando São Tomé e Príncipe,' a new travel series exploring the islands, on May 23rd on RTP África and RTP Play.

The President of São Tomé and Príncipe officially received the credentials of the new Qatari ambassador, marking a diplomatic exchange between the two nations.

São Tomé and Príncipe welcomed 42,000 visitors in 2025, marking the highest number of tourists the country has ever received, with an objective to reach 50,000 within four years.

Ignacio Purcell Mena, 54, a former advisor to the Prime Minister of São Tomé and Príncipe and the ex-President of the National Assembly, has been detained after his passport issuance was rejected.