Guinea-Bissau: Umaro Sissoco Embaló will run in December presidential election

Umaro Sissoco Embaló, who was ousted in a military coup on November 26, 2025, plans to return to Guinea-Bissau on October 4 to run in the December 6 presidential election. He confirmed his candidacy from Brazzaville, aiming to end his exile of less than a year. His return follows a period of political crisis after his removal. He intends to regain power through the upcoming election.