Attempted Coup d'État Targets President Umaro Sissoco Embaló

On February 1, 2022, an attempted coup d'état occurred in Guinea-Bissau, targeting President Umaro Sissoco Embaló. The situation escalated quickly, and by February 2, state radio reported that four assailants and two members of the presidential guard had been killed during the incident. This event drew immediate condemnation from both the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), highlighting the regional concern over political instability in the country. Just six days later, on February 7, 2022, Rádio Capital FM, a radio station known for its critical stance against the Bissau-Guinean government, was attacked. This incident marked the second assault on the station in less than two years, raising alarms about press freedom and safety for journalists in the region. A journalist from the station, who wished to remain anonymous, reported that one of the vehicles used by the attackers was recognized as belonging to the presidency, further complicating the political landscape in Guinea-Bissau. These events underscore the ongoing challenges faced by the government and the media in maintaining stability and freedom of expression in the country. #Mooflife #Mof #MomentOfLife #Guinea-bissau #CoupD'état #UmaroSissocoEmbaló #RádioCapitalFm #PressFreedom