AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIndependence & Unity: São Tomé and Príncipe marked its 51st independence anniversary with President Carlos Vila Nova urging unity, peace, and a push to tackle jobs, justice, youth entrepreneurship, and women’s empowerment ahead of elections. Sports & Youth: The Judo Global of São Tomé and Príncipe held a nationwide Independence Open across both islands, spotlighting new athletes from Príncipe’s Ponta do Sol Judo School and using judo’s values for inclusion. Oil & Gas Setback: São Tomé and Príncipe reportedly rejected all bids in its latest offshore licensing round for Blocks 7, 8 and 9 after Petrobras and Oranto were the only bidders, citing insufficient operator diversity and competition. Energy Deal: Petrobras has completed its acquisition of the majority stake in offshore Block 3 in São Tomé and Príncipe and will operate the block with Petrobras (75%), Oranto (15%) and ANP-STP (10%). Regional Mobility: Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Bahrain published 2026 visa-free or visa-on-arrival/online lists that include São Tomé and Príncipe among eligible African travellers. Culture: AFRIMMA 2026 nominees are out, with Davido leading after five nominations and the awards returning with a Dallas music festival on 12 September 2026.
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