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Activist's Death Sparks Protests Against Guinea-Bissau Military Government

4/9/2026

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Vigario Luis Balanta, activist and critic of Guinea-Bissau's military government, was found severely injured after being reported missing.
Balanta's death sparked protests against the military government and raised concerns about repression, media freedom, and accusations against military-linked forces.
Activist Sumaila Jalo described the killing as a warning to dissenters.
The military government condemned the act and promised an investigation, while elections are planned for December.

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Vigario Luis Balanta, activist and critic of Guinea-Bissau's military government, was found severely injured after being reported missing.
Balanta's death sparked protests against the military government and raised concerns about repression, media freedom, and accusations against military-linked forces.
Activist Sumaila Jalo described the killing as a warning to dissenters.
The military government condemned the act and promised an investigation, while elections are planned for December.