Equatorial Guinea
The World's Longest-Serving President Just Won Another Term in Office
Equatorial Guinea's President Teodoro Obiang Nguema will see his nearly 37-year-long tenure in office extended after securing 93.7 percent of the vote.
Ghana Busts Out Perfect Victory Dance
The referees' decision to continue the game was questionable, but the players' decision to dance was not.
Meet the African Dictator Using Soccer to Hide His Crimes
Equatorial Guinea is one of the most repressed and unequal nations in the world, but its dictatorial President is using soccer to pretty up his reputation.
The Africa Cup of Nations Will Be Hosted by One of the World's Worst Dictators
In a week that saw FIFA confirm its status as the world’s most farcical sports authority, the CAF, as though in solidarity, showed that it’s not far behind.
African Leaders’ Vote for Immunity Is Sending a Cynical Message
Some African leaders have decided heads of state and top administrators cannot be prosecuted for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Simon Mann Says He Was Asked to Help Start the Iraq War
Simon Mann is a British mercenary, most famous for his failed coup attempt against Teodoro Obiang, president of Equatorial Guinea. Simon cofounded the private military company Executive Outcomes, which at its height ran two African wars. He also claims...