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Merck Foundation CEO meets the First Lady of São Tome and Principe and 13 First Ladies of Africa and Asia at the 7th edition of MFFLI Summit
BusinessWire India São Tome and Principe / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 22: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025...

Business News | Merck Foundation CEO Meets the First Lady of São Tome and Principe and 13 First Ladies of Africa and Asia at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit
BusinessWire India São Tome and Principe / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 22: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025...

Lazo receives president of the National Assembly of Sao Tome and Principe
5 “The relationship between Cuba and Sao Tome and Principe is long-standing. Recently, we celebrated 50 years of diplomatic ties, marked by solidarity and collaboration in various areas,” said Esteban Lazo Hernández, member of the Political Bureau...

“Urgent, cannot be postponed”: Angola, São Tomé and Príncipe Bishops’ Conference President on Need for Reconciliation
He warned that true reconciliation goes beyond rhetoric, saying, “It is not enough that we have silenced the weapons; we must also silence hatred and cultivate a culture of reconnection. Reconciliation begins in the heart of every citizen, in our...

Nigeria secures $500m AfDB budget support loan
The African Development Bank (AfDB) will lend Nigeria $500 million this year as part of a $1 billion budget support programme, following the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu. Bode Oyetunde, Nigeria’s executive director at the...

São Tomé and Príncipe moves closer to ECSA-HC membership
São Tomé. The East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) is set to broaden its regional presence following a high-level mission to São Tomé and Príncipe led by Director General Dr Ntuli Kapologwe. The visit came in response to an...

Why São Tomé and Príncipe Belong on Your Travel Bucket List
Tucked away off Africa’s west coast, the dual-island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe is a hidden gem, where unspoiled beaches, volcanic peaks, and lush forests create a dreamlike escape. Visitors can savor seafood feasts, hike to remote...

A guide to São Tomé and Príncipe
Off Africa’s west coast, the archipelagic nation of São Tomé and Príncipe is one of the continent’s most special secrets. Made up of two main islands, São Tomé and Príncipe offers the best of tropical paradise: long and deserted beaches fringed...

Apostolic Nuncio Eulogized for Simplicity, Courage amid “difficulties” in Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe
The Angolan member of the Congregation of the Holy Spirit (CSSp./Holy Ghost Fathers/Spiritans) said the late Tanzanian Archbishop, who also served as Nuncio in Honduras, and later New Zealand and the Pacific, was always available to the people....

Petrobras, Galp join Shell in deepwater São Tomé and Príncipe block
Shell has concluded farm-outs in exploration Block 4 offshore São Tomé and Príncipe in equatorial West Africa with Petrobras and Galp. Following the negotiations, Shell will remain operator with 30% interest. Petrobras and Galp will each have...

Angola, São Tomé and Príncipe Bishops’ President Calls for National “refoundation”, Urges Conversion for a Just Future
The Local Ordinary of Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Saurimo noted that the country is living at a crucial moment in its history, in which it is necessary to reflect on its real situation and act to promote genuine change. “We cannot close our...
Kapologwe eyes ECSA-HC expansion as São Tomé and Príncipe moves closer to membership
SAO TOME: The East, Central, and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) is poised to broaden its regional footprint after Director General Dr. Ntuli Kapologwe led a high-level mission to the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe this...

Reconciliation, Consecrated Life Focus of Upcoming Plenary of Catholic Bishops in Angola, São Tomé and Príncipe
The Assembly is expected to include the presentation of CEAST’s pastoral message for the second year of its 2024–2027 Pastoral Triennium, dedicated to Consecrated Life and ordained ministers. According to Bishop Chissengueti, the aim is to...

Petrobras announces participation in exploratory block in São Tomé and Príncipe
Save to read list Published by Emilie Grant, Editorial Assistant Oilfield Technology, Monday, 15 September 2025 10:00 Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. – Petrobras informs that it has concluded the acquisition of a 27.5% stake in Block 4, located in São...

New Joint Venture Sets Eyes on Exploration off São Tomé and Príncipe
Portugal’s Galp, Brazil’s Petrobras, U.K.’s Shell and Agência Nacional do Petroléo de São Tomé e Principé (ANP-STP) have formed a joint venture focused on early-stage exploration block offshore the African country. Galp has reached a farm-in...

Petrobras acquires stake in Block 4 in São Tomé and Príncipe
Petrobras has acquired a 27.5% stake in Block 4 in São Tomé and Príncipe, Africa. With this acquisition, Petrobras joins a consortium that includes Shell, the operator with a 30% stake, Galp with 27.5% and ANP-STP holding 15%. Discover B2B...
Interview: China's victory in War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression inspired African independence, says Sao Tome and Principe's former president
(Xinhua) 15:39, September 15, 2025 SAO TOME, Sept. 15 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression tremendously inspired African nations in their struggles for independence and national liberation, said Manuel...
Sao Tome & Principe back in spotlight as exploration well plans gather pace
Upstream speaks to head of petroleum agency and state oil company about a major resurgence of E&P interest in cocoa-rich islands' frontier waters Alvaro Silva, executive director of ANP-STP, Sao Tome & Principe's national petroleum agency and...

Galp strengthens its presence in oil exploration in São Tomé and Príncipe
A consortium has been formed consisting of Shell (30%, operator), Galp (27.5%), Petrobras (27.5%), and the National Petroleum Agency of São Tomé and Príncipe (15%), according to a statement by the Portuguese oil company. This arrangement results...
Brave Warriors Beat São Tome & PrincipeTo Keep Hopes Alive
The Brave Warriors secured a crucial 3-0 victory over São Tomé and Príncipe this afternoon at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown, Botswana. Namibia came close to scoring in the 24th minute when David Ndeunyema's shot was brilliantly...