Guinea Equatorial celebrates 58th independence anniversary

Guinea Equatorial celebrated the 58th anniversary of its independence on October 12, 2026. President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo marked the occasion by honoring the nation's history of sovereignty and addressing future development goals.

Key domestic priorities highlighted by the President include the expansion of social protection and the implementation of universal health insurance. Additionally, the administration is focusing on the development of La Paz, the country's future capital, intended to rebalance the national territory.

In Venezuela, the Embassy of Guinea Equatorial commemorated the milestone with diplomatic ceremonies. Led by Ambassador Marcos Ndong, the delegation paid tribute to Simón Bolívar at the National Pantheon and reaffirmed strategic ties and solidarity between Guinea Equatorial and Venezuela.