Jul. 19, 2026
Presidential election begins in São Tomé and Príncipe
The presidential election has begun in São Tomé and Príncipe. Voting is taking place among four candidates, including incumbent President Carlos Vila Nova, national television channel TVS reports. Vila Nova’s main rival, who is running as an... Read more.
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