Equatorial Guinea

Country Equatorial Guinea
Capital Malabo
Continent Africa
Currency Central African CFA franc(XAF)
Languages Spanish, French, Portuguese, Fang, Bube, Igbo, Pidgin English & Annobonese

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Equatorial Guinea gained independence in 1968 after 190 years of Spanish rule. This tiny country, composed of a mainland portion plus five inhabited islands, is one of the smallest on the African continent. President Teodoro OBIANG NGUEMA MBASOGO has ruled the country since 1979 when he seized power in a coup. Although nominally a constitutional democracy since 1991, the 1996, 2002, and 2009 presidential elections - as well as the 1999 and 2004 legislative elections - were widely seen as flawed. The president exerts almost total control over the political system and has discouraged political opposition. Equatorial Guinea has experienced rapid economic growth due to the discovery of large offshore oil reserves, and in the last decade has become Sub-Saharan Africa's third largest oil exporter. Despite the country's economic windfall from oil production resulting in a massive increase in government revenue in recent years, there have been few improvements in the population's living standards.

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Equatorial Guinea - Wikipedia
Equatorial Guinea - CIA World Fact Book
Equatorial Guinea - BBC
Equatorial Guinea - Timeline - BBC

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Tunisia qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2026 with win in Equatorial Guinea - Al JazeeraTunisia qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2026 with win in Equatorial Guinea  Al Jazeera

Equatorial Guinea fail in appeal against World Cup forfeits - BBCEquatorial Guinea fail in appeal against World Cup forfeits  BBC

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Tunisia qualifies for World Cup with late win over Equatorial Guinea - The HinduFIFA World Cup qualifiers: Tunisia qualifies for World Cup with late win over Equatorial Guinea  The Hindu

Tunisia qualifies for World Cup with late win over Equatorial Guinea | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesTunisia qualifies for World Cup with late win over Equatorial Guinea | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Tunisia Qualify For FIFA World Cup 2026 After 1-0 Win Over Equatorial Guinea - News18Tunisia Qualify For FIFA World Cup 2026 After 1-0 Win Over Equatorial Guinea  News18

Equatorial Guinea to Launch Licensing Round in Cape Town - Energy Capital & PowerEquatorial Guinea to Launch Licensing Round in Cape Town  Energy Capital & Power

Summary: Equatorial Guinea 0-1 Tunisia in World Cup Qualifiers - VAVEL.comSummary: Equatorial Guinea 0-1 Tunisia in World Cup Qualifiers  VAVEL.com

1st India-Equatorial Guinea Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) (February 11, 2025) - Ministry of External Affairs1st India-Equatorial Guinea Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) (February 11, 2025)  Ministry of External Affairs

Tunisia vs Equatorial Guinea: Key Facts, Standings, and Broadcast Details - Yahoo SportsTunisia vs Equatorial Guinea: Key Facts, Standings, and Broadcast Details  Yahoo Sports

Republic of Equatorial Guinea: Staff Report for the 2025 Article IV Consultation and First and Second Reviews Under the Staff-Monitored Program-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for the Republic of Equatorial Guinea - International Monetary FundRepublic of Equatorial Guinea: Staff Report for the 2025 Article IV Consultation and First and Second Reviews Under the Staff-Monitored Program-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for the Republic of Equatorial Guinea  International Monetary Fund

Tunisia qualifies for World Cup with late win over Equatorial Guinea - ABC NewsTunisia qualifies for World Cup with late win over Equatorial Guinea  ABC News

Tunisia qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2026 after win against Equatorial Guinea - SportstarTunisia qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2026 after win against Equatorial Guinea  Sportstar

Sao Tome and Principe vs Equatorial Guinea - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats - FotMobSao Tome and Principe vs Equatorial Guinea - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats  FotMob

Equatorial Guinea Economic Update 2025: Managing Equatorial Guinea’s Wealth for Sustainable Growth and Development - World BankEquatorial Guinea Economic Update 2025: Managing Equatorial Guinea’s Wealth for Sustainable Growth and Development  World Bank

The Doctrine of Intertemporal Law and the Challenge of Decolonising the Law on Territorial and Boundary Issues in Africa: Gabon/Equatorial Guinea at the ICJ - EJIL: Talk!The Doctrine of Intertemporal Law and the Challenge of Decolonising the Law on Territorial and Boundary Issues in Africa: Gabon/Equatorial Guinea at the ICJ  EJIL: Talk!

Equatorial Guinea I Flood 2025 I DREF Operation No MDRGQ006 - ReliefWebEquatorial Guinea I Flood 2025 I DREF Operation No MDRGQ006  ReliefWeb

Call for applications: UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Programme for Young Women Scientists in Africa - UNESCOCall for applications: UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Programme for Young Women Scientists in Africa  UNESCO

Equatorial Guinea vs Tunisia - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats - FotMobEquatorial Guinea vs Tunisia - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats  FotMob

UNESCO commits to supporting Equatorial Guinea to bring its national heritage to the global stage - UNESCO World Heritage CentreUNESCO commits to supporting Equatorial Guinea to bring its national heritage to the global stage  UNESCO World Heritage Centre

‘Power is exercised arbitrarily’: Lessons from a reporter’s arrest in Equatorial Guinea - International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ‘Power is exercised arbitrarily’: Lessons from a reporter’s arrest in Equatorial Guinea  International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ

Equatorial Guinea 0-1 Tunisia: Carthage Eagles qualify for World Cup - BBCEquatorial Guinea 0-1 Tunisia: Carthage Eagles qualify for World Cup  BBC

A Commentary on the Land and Maritime Delimitation and Sovereignty over Islands (Gabon/Equatorial Guinea) (2025) - EJIL: Talk!A Commentary on the Land and Maritime Delimitation and Sovereignty over Islands (Gabon/Equatorial Guinea) (2025)  EJIL: Talk!

Portugal launches probe into construction giant’s dealings with Equatorial Guinea’s vice president - International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJPortugal launches probe into construction giant’s dealings with Equatorial Guinea’s vice president  International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ

Tunisia qualify for 2026 World Cup - beIN SPORTSTunisia qualify for 2026 World Cup  beIN SPORTS

As Equatorial Guinea burned through oil riches, millions were funneled to a company owned by its ‘playboy prince’ - International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJAs Equatorial Guinea burned through oil riches, millions were funneled to a company owned by its ‘playboy prince’  International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ

FIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ : Tunisia Target Qualification as Equatorial Guinea Fight for Survival - Africa Top SportsFIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ : Tunisia Target Qualification as Equatorial Guinea Fight for Survival  Africa Top Sports

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Equatorial Guinea - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Equatorial Guinea  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How to Watch Equatorial Guinea v Tunisia, Live Stream, and Betting Odds - Telecom Asia SportFIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How to Watch Equatorial Guinea v Tunisia, Live Stream, and Betting Odds  Telecom Asia Sport

Oil Workers Detained in Equatorial Guinea Return to South Africa - MintOil Workers Detained in Equatorial Guinea Return to South Africa  Mint

Preview: Eq Guinea vs. Tunisia - prediction, team news - Sports MolePreview: Eq Guinea vs. Tunisia - prediction, team news  Sports Mole

Equatorial Guinea's Baltasar Ebang Engonga, embroiled in sex tape scandal, sentenced for embezzlement - BBCEquatorial Guinea's Baltasar Ebang Engonga, embroiled in sex tape scandal, sentenced for embezzlement  BBC

Japan-Equatorial Guinea Summit Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Equatorial Guinea Summit Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Marathon Oil, ConocoPhillips Join AEW 2025 as Co-Partners, Showcasing Equatorial Guinea’s Gas Leadership - African Energy Week 2025Marathon Oil, ConocoPhillips Join AEW 2025 as Co-Partners, Showcasing Equatorial Guinea’s Gas Leadership  African Energy Week 2025

Meeting between Chief Cabinet Secretary HAYASHI Yoshimasa and H.E. Mr. Teodoro NGUEMA OBIANG MANGUE, Vice President in charge of National Defense and National Security of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea - mofa.go.jpMeeting between Chief Cabinet Secretary HAYASHI Yoshimasa and H.E. Mr. Teodoro NGUEMA OBIANG MANGUE, Vice President in charge of National Defense and National Security of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea  mofa.go.jp

International Court of Justice sides with Equatorial Guinea in Gabon island dispute - BBCInternational Court of Justice sides with Equatorial Guinea in Gabon island dispute  BBC

ICJ backs Equatorial Guinea in Gabon islands dispute - DWICJ backs Equatorial Guinea in Gabon islands dispute  DW

Equatorial Guinea: FAJ applauds journalists’ role in advancing democracy and justice at the Citizens’ Forum / IFJ - International Federation of Journalists - IFJEquatorial Guinea: FAJ applauds journalists’ role in advancing democracy and justice at the Citizens’ Forum / IFJ  International Federation of Journalists - IFJ

SBM Offshore pulling out of Equatorial Guinea with FPSO divestment - Offshore-Energy.bizSBM Offshore pulling out of Equatorial Guinea with FPSO divestment  Offshore-Energy.biz

UK player in talks for Equatorial Guinea offshore block farm-out - Offshore-Energy.bizUK player in talks for Equatorial Guinea offshore block farm-out  Offshore-Energy.biz

Equatorial Guinea vs Tunisia: Prediction for the Match on September 08, 2025 - Telecom Asia SportEquatorial Guinea vs Tunisia: Prediction for the Match on September 08, 2025  Telecom Asia Sport

Equatorial Guinea president’s son convicted for selling national plane - Vanguard NewsEquatorial Guinea president’s son convicted for selling national plane  Vanguard News

Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea - Vatican NewsPope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea  Vatican News

Digital 2025: Equatorial Guinea - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Equatorial Guinea  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Unsdg | Secretary-General appoints Antonio Aranibar of Bolivia as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Equatorial Guinea - UN Sustainable Development GroupUnsdg | Secretary-General appoints Antonio Aranibar of Bolivia as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Equatorial Guinea  UN Sustainable Development Group

Spotlight Equatorial Guinea ConocoPhillips up against the wall as EGLNG terminal threatened - Africa IntelligenceSpotlight Equatorial Guinea ConocoPhillips up against the wall as EGLNG terminal threatened  Africa Intelligence

Baltasar Ebang Engonga jailed: Equatorial Guinea President nephew wey get sex scandal jailed for eight years - BBCBaltasar Ebang Engonga jailed: Equatorial Guinea President nephew wey get sex scandal jailed for eight years  BBC

Ninkii reer Equatorial Guinea ee xafiiskiisa ku dhex sameeyey muuqaallada galmada ah oo la xukumay - BBCNinkii reer Equatorial Guinea ee xafiiskiisa ku dhex sameeyey muuqaallada galmada ah oo la xukumay  BBC

World Court backs Equatorial Guinea in islands dispute with Gabon - ReutersWorld Court backs Equatorial Guinea in islands dispute with Gabon  Reuters

Equatorial Guinea Generates 80% of Revenue from Hydrocarbons in 2024 - Energy Capital & PowerEquatorial Guinea Generates 80% of Revenue from Hydrocarbons in 2024  Energy Capital & Power

Ben Romdhane fires Tunisia to World Cup - Taipei TimesBen Romdhane fires Tunisia to World Cup  Taipei Times

Equatorial Guinea’s Golden Swan Sets Regional Benchmark for Greener Oil and Gas Practices - African Energy ChamberEquatorial Guinea’s Golden Swan Sets Regional Benchmark for Greener Oil and Gas Practices  African Energy Chamber

Equatorial Guinea urges UN court to block the sale of confiscated Paris mansion - TRT EspañolEquatorial Guinea urges UN court to block the sale of confiscated Paris mansion  TRT Español

Late Ben Romdhane goal seals Tunisia berth in 2026 World Cup - France 24Late Ben Romdhane goal seals Tunisia berth in 2026 World Cup  France 24

Equatorial Guinea launching new oil & gas licensing round after six years - Offshore-Energy.bizEquatorial Guinea launching new oil & gas licensing round after six years  Offshore-Energy.biz

How to watch Equatorial Guinea v Tunisia: Live stream, kick-off time and head-to-head stats - bet365How to watch Equatorial Guinea v Tunisia: Live stream, kick-off time and head-to-head stats  bet365

10 Best Places to Visit in Equatorial Guinea: Africa's Hidden Gem Awaits Adventurous Travelers - Airtel10 Best Places to Visit in Equatorial Guinea: Africa's Hidden Gem Awaits Adventurous Travelers  Airtel

Middle Stone Age (MSA) in the Atlantic rainforests of Central Africa. The case of Río Campo region in Equatorial Guinea - ScienceDirect.comMiddle Stone Age (MSA) in the Atlantic rainforests of Central Africa. The case of Río Campo region in Equatorial Guinea  ScienceDirect.com

Equatorial Guinea: Hydrocarbons Minister Unveils New Exploration Drive - Energy Capital & PowerEquatorial Guinea: Hydrocarbons Minister Unveils New Exploration Drive  Energy Capital & Power

Equatorial Guinea Set to Boost Exploration by Attracting New Investors in 2025 - African Energy ChamberEquatorial Guinea Set to Boost Exploration by Attracting New Investors in 2025  African Energy Chamber

FIFA 2026 Tickets: Tunisia qualifies for the World Cup after winning against Equatorial Guinea - eticketing.coFIFA 2026 Tickets: Tunisia qualifies for the World Cup after winning against Equatorial Guinea  eticketing.co

Equatorial Guinea engages IITA to drive agricultural transformation - CGIAREquatorial Guinea engages IITA to drive agricultural transformation  CGIAR

Equatorial Guinea launches online gambling regulatory framework - NEXT.ioEquatorial Guinea launches online gambling regulatory framework  NEXT.io

UN top court sides with Equatorial Guinea in island dispute with Gabon - JURIST Legal NewsUN top court sides with Equatorial Guinea in island dispute with Gabon  JURIST Legal News

Equatorial Guinea sues France in UN court to block sale of Paris mansion - Anadolu AjansiEquatorial Guinea sues France in UN court to block sale of Paris mansion  Anadolu Ajansi

Equatorial Guinea Showcases Bold Energy Reforms and Investment Opportunities as Hydrocarbons Minister Joins AEW 2025 - African Energy Week 2025Equatorial Guinea Showcases Bold Energy Reforms and Investment Opportunities as Hydrocarbons Minister Joins AEW 2025  African Energy Week 2025

Equatorial Guinea Fights France Over Seized Luxury Mansion - Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project | OCCRPEquatorial Guinea Fights France Over Seized Luxury Mansion  Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project | OCCRP

Equatorial Guinea accuses France of 'neo-colonialism' in Paris mansion row - RFIEquatorial Guinea accuses France of 'neo-colonialism' in Paris mansion row  RFI

Tunisia seal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification after away-win over Equatorial Guinea 1-0 - MSNTunisia seal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification after away-win over Equatorial Guinea 1-0  MSN

Equatorial Guinea to launch major oil and gas licensing round for 2025/2026 - World OilEquatorial Guinea to launch major oil and gas licensing round for 2025/2026  World Oil

Equatorial Guinea files ICJ case against France over seized Paris mansion - France 24Equatorial Guinea files ICJ case against France over seized Paris mansion  France 24

Equatorial Guinea: Shipwreck in Bata DREF Final Report (MDRGQ004) - ReliefWebEquatorial Guinea: Shipwreck in Bata DREF Final Report (MDRGQ004)  ReliefWeb

Africa Oil to fire up fresh partner hunt for prime Equatorial Guinea acreage - Upstream OnlineAfrica Oil to fire up fresh partner hunt for prime Equatorial Guinea acreage  Upstream Online

Equatorial Guinea wins maritime boundary case against Gabon - African EnergyEquatorial Guinea wins maritime boundary case against Gabon  African Energy

Equatorial Guinea releases arbitrarily detained South Africa engineers - JURIST Legal NewsEquatorial Guinea releases arbitrarily detained South Africa engineers  JURIST Legal News

UN's court to rule on Gabon-Equatorial Guinea dispute over potentially oil-rich areas - TRT EspañolUN's court to rule on Gabon-Equatorial Guinea dispute over potentially oil-rich areas  TRT Español

Spain’s ambiguous role in Equatorial Guinea’s ‘Freedom Coup’ - thediplomatinspain.comSpain’s ambiguous role in Equatorial Guinea’s ‘Freedom Coup’  thediplomatinspain.com

Country Economic Memorandum report on Equatorial Guinea 2025: building the foundations for renewed, more diversified and inclusive growth in Equatorial Guinea - World BankCountry Economic Memorandum report on Equatorial Guinea 2025: building the foundations for renewed, more diversified and inclusive growth in Equatorial Guinea  World Bank

Tunisia book place at 2026 World Cup with victory in Equatorial Guinea - Daily NationTunisia book place at 2026 World Cup with victory in Equatorial Guinea  Daily Nation

IMF Approves Credit Facilities for Chad, Equatorial Guinea and Zambia - Energy Capital & PowerIMF Approves Credit Facilities for Chad, Equatorial Guinea and Zambia  Energy Capital & Power

Equatorial Guinea raises fuel prices by up to 35% to ease budgetary pressure - energynewsEquatorial Guinea raises fuel prices by up to 35% to ease budgetary pressure  energynews

UN court backs Equatorial Guinea in disputed islands case with Gabon - africanews.comUN court backs Equatorial Guinea in disputed islands case with Gabon  africanews.com

Tunisia secure 2026 World Cup spot with victory in Equatorial Guinea - The Straits TimesTunisia secure 2026 World Cup spot with victory in Equatorial Guinea  The Straits Times

Israeli FM hosts senior diplomats from Japan and Equatorial Guinea - JNS.orgIsraeli FM hosts senior diplomats from Japan and Equatorial Guinea  JNS.org

A Minibus for a Seminary in Equatorial Guinea - Church in NeedA Minibus for a Seminary in Equatorial Guinea  Church in Need

Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea Sign Deal to Advance Gulf of Guinea Gas Pipeline - Energy Capital & PowerNigeria, Equatorial Guinea Sign Deal to Advance Gulf of Guinea Gas Pipeline  Energy Capital & Power

US must impose sanctions on Equatorial Guinea, especially if it takes deportees - The Africa Report.comUS must impose sanctions on Equatorial Guinea, especially if it takes deportees  The Africa Report.com

Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea qualify for Africa Cup of Nations 2025 - SportstarIvory Coast, Equatorial Guinea qualify for Africa Cup of Nations 2025  Sportstar

Gabon and Equatorial Guinea launch their electricity interconnection - energynewsGabon and Equatorial Guinea launch their electricity interconnection  energynews

Equatorial Guinea, Albayrak Launch Port JV to Compete with Cameroon - DabafinanceEquatorial Guinea, Albayrak Launch Port JV to Compete with Cameroon  Dabafinance

Afreximbank mandated for $4.5bn Equatorial Guinea LNG project - African EnergyAfreximbank mandated for $4.5bn Equatorial Guinea LNG project  African Energy

'Ineligible' Equatorial Guinea skipper cleared to play by Fifa - BBC'Ineligible' Equatorial Guinea skipper cleared to play by Fifa  BBC

Equatorial Guinea: Afreximbank Selected as Financial Advisor for EG-27 LNG Project - Energy Capital & PowerEquatorial Guinea: Afreximbank Selected as Financial Advisor for EG-27 LNG Project  Energy Capital & Power

Court favours Equatorial Guinea in dispute with Gabon - Upstream OnlineCourt favours Equatorial Guinea in dispute with Gabon  Upstream Online

Frik Potgieter and Peter Huxham return to South Africa from jail in Equatorial Guinea - BBCFrik Potgieter and Peter Huxham return to South Africa from jail in Equatorial Guinea  BBC

Equatorial Guinea Chevron vexed by Atlas over Aseng field - Africa IntelligenceEquatorial Guinea Chevron vexed by Atlas over Aseng field  Africa Intelligence

Equatorial Guinea Wins Oil Islands Battle | Firstpost Africa | N18G - FirstpostEquatorial Guinea Wins Oil Islands Battle | Firstpost Africa | N18G  Firstpost

Equatorial Guinea official under investigation after over 400 explicit videos found on his computer - Times of IndiaEquatorial Guinea official under investigation after over 400 explicit videos found on his computer  Times of India

Russian contingent in Equatorial Guinea breaks cover - JanesRussian contingent in Equatorial Guinea breaks cover  Janes

Russia sends military instructors to Equatorial Guinea - BBCRussia sends military instructors to Equatorial Guinea  BBC

Tunisia secures World Cup berth with stoppage-time victory over Equatorial Guinea - GhanaSoccernetTunisia secures World Cup berth with stoppage-time victory over Equatorial Guinea  GhanaSoccernet