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Guinea has detained 16 soldiers from Sierra Leone for allegedly crossing the border without approval, sparking a diplomatic tension between the two countries.

A new census in Guinea shows a population growth of 70% since 2014, reaching 17.5 million residents, predominantly in rural areas despite urban pressures.

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to visit Algeria, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, and Cameroon from April 13-23, 2026, marking his first major overseas trip and a significant milestone in Catholic-Muslim relations.

Pope León XIV has announced his first significant international trip to Africa, visiting Algeria, Angola, Cameroon, and Equatorial Guinea from April 13 to 23.

Guinea has detained 16 Sierra Leonean soldiers over an accusation of crossing the border and raising their national flag, while Sierra Leone asserts they were on their own territory.

Sierra Leone has announced a diplomatic effort to resolve tensions with Guinea after Guinean soldiers crossed the border and detained several Sierra Leonean security personnel.

Sixteen Sierra Leonean soldiers were arrested by Guinean security forces during a border incident between the two countries.

A Guinean court has ordered the release of three military defendants charged in connection with the September 28, 2009 massacre after deeming their referral to trial as invalid, prompting an appeal from the prosecution.

A consumer in Estonia discovered parasites in a guinea pig purchased from a local store, leading to additional complaints regarding pet health from the Agricultural and Food Authority.

Guinea will hold legislative and municipal elections on May 24, a significant move towards restoring constitutional order after a military transition.

A Spanish report reveals Lamin Jamal's favorite meal during Ramadan, which is rice with chicken in peanut sauce.

Ghana has opted for international arbitration in its maritime border dispute with Togo after eight years of unsuccessful negotiations.

Guinea-Bissau has canceled a US-funded hepatitis B vaccine study after the World Health Organization expressed ethical concerns about its design.

Alexander Astrdige from the UAE made history as his country’s first winter Olympian during the men’s slalom event at the Winter Olympics, highlighting the participation of nations like Benin and Guinea-Bissau for the first time.

The article discusses the outcomes of the 39th African Union summit, focusing on discussions surrounding Guinea-Bissau's political situation following a military coup.

Foday Musa's two children were abducted in a human trafficking scheme disguised as overseas job opportunities, prompting him to collaborate with police for their rescue.

Survivors of the 2009 massacre in Guinea provide harrowing testimonies in an ongoing trial against military officials.

Teodoro Obiang, the long-time leader of Equatorial Guinea, is suing opposition leader Orlando Cartagena for one million euros over allegations of cannibalism and witchcraft.

Nigeria has committed to providing infrastructure and personnel support for the Combined Maritime Task Force headquartered in the Gulf of Guinea.

Domingos Simões Pereira, the opposition leader in Guinea-Bissau, faces military court charges of plotting several coup attempts, reflecting ongoing political tensions in a country with a history of instability.

The World Health Organization criticized a hepatitis B vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau as unethical, resulting in the halt of the study.

The article explores Guinea-Conakry's strategic importance as a key bauxite supplier amidst competition between China and the US for resources vital to the electric vehicle industry.

The film 'Dao', directed by Alain Gomis, explores the dynamics of a family spanning France and Guinea-Bissau as it competes at the Berlinale festival.

Ten guinea pigs were discovered abandoned in a box by passersby in the Erding district, prompting a police investigation for the owner.

Foday Musa shares his heartbreak after hearing his son's desperate voice message, revealing that his children were victims of a human trafficking scheme after being promised jobs abroad.

The story of Ansu Fati's rise in football is deeply intertwined with the struggles of his father, Boris Fati, who immigrated to Spain from Guinea-Bissau seeking a better life for his family.

Domingos Simões Pereira, the opposition leader in Guinea-Bissau, is facing military court accusations of involvement in coup attempts, which he and his supporters deny as politically biased.

An artisanal gold mine collapse in eastern Guinea has resulted in the deaths of at least eleven people, including ten women.

Guinea-Bissau is participating in the Winter Olympics for the first time with 19-year-old Winston Tang competing in the slalom event.

Scientists have found genetic evidence suggesting that the first humans arrived in Australia and New Guinea 60,000 years ago, coinciding with a period when sea levels were lower and land connections existed.

NIMASA is planning to enhance its Deep Blue Project for maritime security in response to its success in the Gulf of Guinea.

The Bougainville Government is moving forward with plans to reopen the controversial Panguna mine, which could generate significant revenue but raises concerns over transparency.

In Guinea, the transfer of former aide-de-camp Toumba Diakité has led to significant unrest and security measures around the central prison in Conakry.

Heavy gunfire near Guinea's central prison in Conakry has triggered a major security response and public panic.

Heavy gunfire in Conakry, Guinea, near a central prison has led to a significant police presence and public panic.

Heavy automatic gunfire was reported near the central prison in Conakry, Guinea, with witnesses describing the scene during a chaotic morning.

Guinea-Bissau police forcibly removed the EU ambassador from a human rights association meeting, drawing condemnation from the organization amid European Union silence.

A judge has requested information from Spain's Interior Ministry regarding travel by Begoña Gómez, the wife of the Spanish Prime Minister, and her adviser, amidst a judicial investigation.

Domingos Simões Pereira, the opposition leader in Guinea-Bissau, has been summoned to a military court due to accusations of his involvement in coup attempts.

The EU ambassador to Guinea-Bissau was expelled by armed police during a visit to the headquarters of the League of Human Rights, which the organization denounced as intimidation.

Consultations have begun in Guinea to form a major political party supporting President Mamadi Doumbouya ahead of upcoming legislative and municipal elections.

The opposition leader in Guinea-Bissau, Domingos Simões Pereira, is set to appear before a military court on charges related to previous coup attempts.

A man who was reported for livestreaming abuse of small animals like hamsters and guinea pigs had 22 animals rescued from his home, prompting calls for a prohibition on breeding for animal abusers.

Guinea has been experiencing a prolonged cash shortage for eight months, impacting economic activity and public trust in the banking system.

Zéna Barry has created a cosmetics brand called Mama Sango, utilizing Guinean shea butter, which empowers women in Africa by providing them with income opportunities from harvesting and processing shea nuts.

Domingos Simoes Pereira, a prominent opposition figure in Guinea-Bissau, has been summoned to appear before a military court amid allegations related to a coup attempt last October.

On this International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, it is highlighted that nearly 230 million girls and women worldwide have undergone this practice, with Guinea having a 95% prevalence rate among its females.

Bronwyn Barnes has resigned as CEO of Ivanhoe Atlantic, highlighting significant challenges facing the U.S.-backed iron ore project that connects Guinea to Liberia, potentially jeopardizing Liberia's infrastructure plans.

A group of officials from the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC), led by Aladje Seco Sanó, claims that the party's president, Domingos Simões Pereira, is no longer legitimate while he remains under house arrest following the coup on November 26, 2025.

Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea have signed an agreement to jointly extract LNG from the Yoyo-Yolanda gas field, marking a significant step towards economic cooperation between the two nations.