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President Obiang Addresses Media During a Press Conference Prior to Elections

May 18, 2013, 10:18 am
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President Obiang of Equatorial Guinea addressed the local and international media in a press conference held in Malabo on Tuesday, May 14th. During his speech, he called for greater participation and involvement in Equatorial Guinea's upcoming elections while also calling on African states to work together to bring progress and economic independence to the continent.

He also addressed the government's development plan called Horizon 2020. He stated that Equatorial Guinea is utilizing its oil wealth to build its political systems as well as health, agriculture, education, banking and transportation sectors. All the government ministries must meet benchmarks to get closer to meeting the goals of the President's Horizon 2020 plan to move Equatorial Guinea towards a self-sufficient and growing economy.
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Equatorial Guinea Holds Press Conference for Political Parties in Upcoming Elections

May 20, 2013, 4:17 am
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Equatorial Guinea political parties addressed the local and international media in a press conference held in the Equatorial Guinea Cultural Center in Malabo on May 16, 2013. Political candidates participating in the upcoming elections, from the opposition parties and the coalition, were able to share their platforms in an open and transparent setting. Candidates showed civility toward one another and shared ideas that reflected genuine democratic participation.
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Minister of Health Discusses Renovations for the Nation's Hospitals

May 21, 2013, 8:11 am
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Tomás Mecheba Fernández Galilea. Minister of health, secretary general of the Socialist Party of Equatorial Guinea, said the government is working to renovate all the hospitals in the country within the next four years. Mecheba shared the country’s plan to improve the health sector during a press conference with international media, held in the Equatorial Guinea Cultural Center in Malabo on May 16, 2013.
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Lucas Nguema Talks About Campaigning for PDGE for the Elections

May 21, 2013, 9:52 am
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Lucas Nguema, Secretary General of the Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea (PDGE), talks about campaigning for the upcoming elections on May 26th during an interview.
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Andres Esono Discusses CPDS Political Platform

May 23, 2013, 2:59 am
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Andres Esono, Secretary of Communications for the Convergence of Social Democracy Party (CPDS) in Equatorial Guinea, talks about campaigning for the upcoming elections on May 26th during an interview.
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Equatorial Guinea Political Parties Campaign for 2013 Elections

May 24, 2013, 11:29 am
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On May 26th, Equatorial Guinea will hold elections to determine the new members of the country's House of Representatives, Senate and Municipalities. Candidates and supporters for the participating political parties have been campaigning throughout the nation to share their message and promote their political platform.
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Equatorial Guinea Closes Campaigns for Upcoming Elections

May 26, 2013, 7:03 am
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During a closing ceremony for the electoral coalition's campaign for the upcoming elections in Equatorial Guinea, President Obiang addressed supporters at Malabo stadium. He discussed the country's recent development and goals for the future during his closing remarks.
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Equatorial Guinea's Political Parties Discuss Plans to Improve Nation's Education Sector

May 26, 2013, 9:22 am
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Equatorial Guinea’s major political parties are working to increase investment in the education sector, according to their platforms and recent interviews with candidates.

Education continues to be a priority for the government of Equatorial Guinea. They have been utilizing its oil wealth to build upon the country’s sectors, including education, through a development plan called Horizon 2020. The Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea (PDGE), the current majority political party in the country, plans to continue its support to expand the education sector across the country and improve the quality of it to move Equatorial Guinea towards a self-sufficient and growing economy.

In reference to the education sector, the PDGE plans to hire more professors to reduce the student-to-professor ratio, establish a research fund and implement a scholarship system for all education levels, including technical professions and university students abroad. The party wants to expand the mandatory and free-of-cost education until the second grade.

In addition, PDGE plans to build special education centers, establish boarding schools in all provinces and continue its support toward improving learning centers. The party aims to provide free-of-cost medical and pharmaceutical services for Equatoguinean students and build more universities and schools in Malabo, Bata and Oyala, in order to improve the country’s education quality.

The PDGE's rival political party, the Convergence for Social Democracy (CPDS), has put forth an alternative education plan

In a recent interview, Andres Esono, communications secretary of the CPDS and candidate standing for election from Malabo for the opposition party shared similar education objectives to those of PDGE. CPDS plans to build more schools in the capital city of Malabo to provide Equatorial Guinea’s youth with better education and jobs.

“We plan to build eight secondary schools and two professional training centers,” Esono said. “Our platform will provide better training for our professors. We plan to give 500 scholarships for students to go attend universities abroad.”

Mr. Esono also shared his party’s objective to partner with companies in Equatorial Guinea and offer internships for university students.

As expressed in recent interviews with candidates, improving the education sector is a top priority for all Equatorial Guinea’s participating political parties. They continue to campaign throughout the country in preparation for the upcoming elections on May 26th.
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Equatorial Guinea's Political Parties Discuss Plans to Improve Agriculture and Health Sectors

May 26, 2013, 9:22 am
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Equatorial Guinea’s major political parties are working to increase investment in the agriculture and health sectors, according to their platforms and recent interviews with candidates.

Equatorial Guinea’s economy continues to grow at a fast pace, which presents the opportunity to improve the living standards of all its citizens. The Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea (PDGE), the current majority political party in the country, is determined to continue with its development project to improve the integral well-being of the nation.

In reference to the agriculture sector, the PDGE plans to continue its support to modernize the industry and enhance the role of women and youth. The party wants to speed the transformation and commercialization of agricultural products in order to achieve higher quality goods. PDGE also plans to create public companies in the sector to promote investment, optimize the use of the country’s soil to address local food needs and increase exportation.

Another plan for this sector is to build labs to analyze the country’s soils and plants, develop agriculture-training centers to facilitate the local farmer’s training and reduce rural emigration. Agriculture is a priority for PDGE’s political platform; they expect to build centers and food conservation units in all provinces.

The PDGE's rival political party, the Convergence for Social Democracy (CPDS), has put forth an alternative development plan.

In a recent interview, Andres Esono, communications secretary of the CPDS and candidate standing for election from Malabo for the opposition party, said, “Our platform strives to establish a democratic state and we have 13 key goals that we want to put into practice.”

When talking about his party’s plans for the agriculture sector, Mr. Esono said that they plan to use some of the oil revenues for the promotion and development of agriculture to ensure farmers are able to provide to the national markets and improve the livelihood of the rural population. He continued to say, “Agriculture should be the base of our economy not oil. We plan to open credit banks for farmers, to support the sector’s development and improve the country’s rural zones.”

Regarding the health sector in the country, PDGE plans to renovate the infrastructure of hospitals, and provide them with modern, therapeutic equipment as well as medicine needed to treat Equatoguinean citizens. The party expects to build new modern hospitals and centers, including a national reference center for preventative diseases. They also aim to guarantee access and pharmaceutical assistance to students free of cost. PDGE’s platform plans to build psychiatric regional hospitals and strengthen the fight against malaria, AIDS, tuberculosis and other diseases.

CPDS shared similar health objectives to those of PDGE during an interview with Mr. Esono. “We plan to renovate hospitals and create more medical centers throughout the country,” he said. “Hospitals should be better equipped with machines and medicine to provide for the country’s citizens. CPDS plans to offer medical insurance to all Equatoguineans free of cost and heavily invest in professionals’ training within the industry.”

Both parties discussed their platforms as part of their campaign for the upcoming elections on May 26.

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Equatorial Guinea Citizens to Elect Members of Senate, House of Representatives and Municipalities in Upcoming Elections

May 26, 2013, 9:25 am
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For the first time, Equatorial Guinea’s voters will elect members of a new parliament, House of Representatives as well as municipalities, established in accordance with the constitutional reforms of February 2012. Political parties have shared their platforms and ideas with Equatoguineans as part of the country’s efforts to educate voters and continue its efforts to further develop the country.

The country’s majority political party, the Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea (PDGE), along with the 10 parties that form the country’s democratic coalition, gathered in the Malabo stadium today to close their electoral campaign. In the closing ceremony, PDGE’s representative noted that women and youth have played a major role in the elections, more than in previous campaigns.

In his closing remarks, President Obiang Nguema Mbasogosaid the country’s rapid development has been unexpected for many, and that it shows how much they have to offer. “We are certain that by 2020, we will achieve our development goals,” he said. “A country’s success is measured by its people, and Equatoguineans are playing a significant role in the nation’s development.”

Equatorial Guinea is an independent, sovereign and free country. “Equatorial Guinea can be considered a prosperous country. We are able to use our natural resources and enjoy a good administration,” said President Obiang. “We want continuous progress for our country and want to see more Equatoguineans participate in government matters.”

In reference to Equatorial Guinea’s politics, Obiangsaid that, “Equatorial Guinea’s political process is a learning process for our country. It needs to be tailored to Equatoguineans.”

In reference to the election, Lucas Nguema, PDGE’s Secretary General and national director for the campaign said, “This campaign has provided our party with the opportunity to share our platform that has as an end goal to move Equatorial Guinea towards a self-sufficient and growing economy.”

Two political parties and a coalition of parties are participating in the upcoming elections to be held on 26 May 2013. The political parties include the Convergence for Social Democracy (CPDS) and the Popular Action of Equatorial Guinea (APGE) party, and the coalition includes the Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea (PDGE) and the majority of the registered political parties in the country. 
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Equatorial Guinea Holds Senatorial, Legislative and Municipal Elections

May 26, 2013, 9:26 am
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Electoral delegations from the African Union (AU) and the Africa Caribbean and Pacific Group (ACP) are overseeing the senatorial, legislative and municipal elections in Equatorial Guinea to ensure the electoral process complies with the African charter on democracy, elections and governance aimed at strengthening the institutions for a fair, free and transparent electoral development.

The government of Equatorial Guinea invited these delegations as part of their efforts to improve the electoral process. Following the elections, these delegations will hold press conferences to share their observations.

President Obiang Nguema Mbasogoaddressed the local and international media in a press conference held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Malabo. In reference to the elections, he said, “This electoral campaign has enjoyed good civic behavior and organization. Elections have been carried through effectively.”

This year’s electoral campaign has seen greater participation from Equatorial Guinea’s youth. “Our youth has exercised their right to vote. These elections have provided an opportunity for them to learn more about the country's political process. They are the heirs of Equatorial Guinea,” concluded President Obiang.

Equatorial Guinea citizens went to the polls today, followed the electoral process without any reported difficulties. The Ministry of Interior will announce initial vote counts tonight. The final results of the elections will be announced next week.
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Election Day in Equatorial Guinea

May 27, 2013, 1:46 am
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Delegations from the African Union and the Africa Caribbean and Pacific Group came to Equatorial Guinea to observe the elections and ensure that they are carried out fairly and democratically.

After casting his vote, President Obiang addressed the nation during a press conference and urged all citizens to participate.
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Equatorial Guinea Announces Elections Initial Results

May 27, 2013, 8:54 am
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Equatorial Guinea’s Ministry of Interior announced elections initial results after closing the polls for the senatorial, legislative and municipal elections.

Clemente Engonga Onguene Nguema, Deputy Prime Minister in Charge of Politics and Democracy, and Minister of Interior and Local Corporations addressed the media yesterday at the Ministry of Interior and shared the following results: The electoral district of Malabo showed 3,133 votes for the Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea (PDGE) and the electoral coalition, 161 votes for the Convergence for Social Democracy party (CPDS), and 44 votes for the Popular Action of Equatorial Guinea (APGE) party.

Bata polls showed the following results: 7,164 votes for PDGE and the electoral coalition, 93 votes for CPDS and 23 votes for APGE.

Diplomats residing in Equatorial Guinea and electoral delegations from the African Union (AU) and the Africa Caribbean and Pacific Group (ACP), who oversaw the senatorial, legislative and municipal elections, attended yesterday’s event.

Minister of Interior shared the electoral calendar for this week and announced that after all votes have been checked and ratified by the municipal boards, the Ministry will announce final electoral results on Friday, May 31.

Elections’ results will be submitted to the Constitutional Court, which will validate the outcome of the election.
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African Union and African Caribbean and Pacific Group Delegations Share Assessments on Equatorial Guinea Elections

May 30, 2013, 1:02 pm
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Electoral delegations from the African Union (AU) and the Africa Caribbean and Pacific Group (ACP) shared their assessments after overseeing the senatorial, legislative and municipal elections in Equatorial Guinea.

The AU electoral delegation recently held a press conference, where they concluded the elections were held in a peaceful atmosphere and that Equatoguineans had the opportunity to express their opinions by voting on May 26.

Mame Madior Boye, former Prime Minister of Senegal and Head of the AU electoral delegation said, “The African Union Mission congratulates the people of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea for their role in the establishment of democratic institutions.” She called on political parties to accept the election results, and use the law in cases of dispute, and work together to build democracy in Equatorial Guinea.

“The elections show a step forward in the development process of the country’s democracy,” said Alejandro Gonzales Pons, Ambassador of the Dominican Republic and head of the commission of the Africa, Caribbean and Pacific Group (ACP).

The government of Equatorial Guinea invited these delegations as part of their efforts to improve the electoral process.
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President Obiang Receives Award for Fight Against Poverty

June 4, 2013, 12:05 pm
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The President of the African Confederation of Non-Governmental Organizations, Lucien Tape Mambo, honored President Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea for his dedication to eradicate poverty.

He presented President Obiang with an award during a ceremony last Friday at the People’s Palace in Malabo. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Agapito Mba Mokuywas also present at the ceremony.

According to Tape Mambo, President Obiang has supported progress within the country along with the development of multiple humanitarian actions within several organizations. The Unesco-Equatorial Guinea Prize for Research in Life Sciences, for example, which was designed to alleviate poverty, has strengthened over time with President Obiang’s support. 
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Equatorial Guinea Invests in Sustainable Management of Natural Resources

June 6, 2013, 11:01 am
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INDEFOR celebrates International Day for Environment Conservation

The government of Equatorial Guinea continues to invest in the sustainable management of natural resources as part of its efforts to promote the environmental laws in the country and move toward a self-sufficient and growing economy.

The National Institute for Forestry Development and Management of Protected Areas (INDEFOR), recently celebrated the International Day for Environment Conservation, to address issues such as protected marine areas, fighting illegal hunting and creating awareness about catching sea turtles in danger of extinction.

Fidel Esono Mba, Director-General of INDEFOR, stressed the importance of conservation and talked about the national parks in EquatorialGuinea and the establishment of the institute, whose goal is to develop and monitor the implementation of management plans and to safeguard the country's biodiversity and natural infrastructures.

Organizations for the protection and conservation of the environment, ANDEGE and UICL CARPE also contributed to the celebration of the International Day for Environment Conservation.
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Equatorial Guinea Donates One Million Euros to Support Mali

June 7, 2013, 6:33 am
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Equatorial Guinea made a donation of one million Euros to Mali to support its development. The announcement was made during the Donors Conference for the Development of Mali that took place in Brussels last month.

During the conference, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Agapito Mba Mokuy, called on the international community to support and contribute to the stability restoration of Mali. Minister Mokuy expressed his commitment to the development of Mali and the African continent. He called for increased efforts of the international community to restore stability.

The conference focused on ways to mobilize and coordinate the international community to encourage the development of Mali.
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Embassy of Spain in Equatorial Guinea Pays Homage to Sculptor Leandro Mbomio

June 11, 2013, 10:30 am
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The Embassy of Spain in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea held a ceremony in honor of the sculptor Leandro Mbomio, on Friday, June 7.

Manuel Gomez-Acebo, the Ambassador of Spain in Equatorial Guinea, made the opening remarks welcoming the scholars, diplomats, artists and family members who attended the event.

Family members and close friends took turns discussing Mbomio’s approach to life and dedication to his work.  According to Teresa Avoro Nguema, Dean of the School of Arts at the National University of Equatorial Guinea, “Mbomio knew how to combine his political, cultural and family responsibilities, and also had the gift of dialogue.”

The President of the Council of Scientific and Technological Research of Equatorial Guinea (CICTE), Anacleto Olo Imbuí, said in his speech that "Leandro Mbomio defines culture as the act of inheriting a permanent spirit of the past and introducing the neutral inputs of other cultural experiences, in other words, bringing them up to date in view of modern requirements.”

In honor of his work and influence on art and culture, Ambassador Gomez-Acebo and some of Mbomio’s family members revealed “Tribal Integration,” a sculptore that will be housed at the Embassy.
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Equatorial Guinea's First Lady Joins African Women Leaders in Honoring Their Commitment Towards Women Promotion

June 12, 2013, 7:33 am
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Constancia Mangue Nsue de Obiang, First Lady of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, joined First Ladies of Africa to honor the contributions and commitments of African women leaders who are working to improve living standards for women on the African continent.



In her welcoming speech, Mrs. Nana-Fosu Randall, Voice of African Mothers founder, talked about her life working at the UN and her efforts to found Voice of African Mothers. While sharing the story behind the organization she said, “We stand to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves, to help them.”

Mrs. Obiang attended the Voices of African Motherswelcoming reception at the UN Millennium Hotel as part of the three days of events leading to the Millennium Development Goals 2013 Women’s Progress award gala to be held at the United Nations on Thursday, June 13, 2013.

Mrs. Nana-Fasu Randall praised Mrs. Obiang and the other first ladies present for their exemplary leadership and contributions to making women and children a top priority in Africa.

The First Lady has helped change attitudes toward women in Equatorial Guinean society. Educating women is one of her top priorities, and her continuous involvement in activities to promote social development has made her a leading figure in efforts to improve the status of women in the country and on the African continent. She has also provided many grants and loans through associations that have increased women’s earning power, promoted women entrepreneurs and small businesses, and boosted the contributions of women to the economy.

First Ladies of Mali, Niger, Tanzania, Burundi, and the former First Lady of Suriname and their delegations were also present.
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Equatorial Guinea Attends Voices Of African Mothers International Business Forum

June 13, 2013, 12:36 pm
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Maria Nieves Eyenga, representing Constancia Mangue Nsue de Obiang, First Lady of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, joined African leaders and other women leaders in the second annual International Business Forum, where participants discussed ways to connect businesses with emerging African opportunities.

Michael C. Redmond, CEO of Redmond Worldwide, Jennie Young, Founder of UNESCHAF, Kathleen Yaworsky, Program Assistant for Voss Foundation, and Maria Ellis, President of the AAUW New York City Branch discussed ways to connect businesses with emerging African opportunities in order to increase investment in the continent.

The Equatorial Guinea delegation attended the Voices of African Mothers’ business forum at the UN Millennium Hotel as part of the three days of events leading to the Millennium Development Goals 2013 Women's Progress award gala to be held at the United Nations tomorrow.

Mrs. Obiang’s continuous involvement in activities to promote social development has made her a leading figure in efforts to improve the status of women in Equatorial Guinea. She has created the Equatorial Guinean Child Aid Committee (CANIGE), a non-governmental, non-profit institution that helps children throughout the country. CANIGE also focuses on the fight against juvenile delinquency and has promoted the creation of teaching centers.

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