Guinea-Bissau: Protesters Demand Justice After Activist Balanta's Death

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: April 3, 2026Country: Guinea-Bissau

PoliticsCrime & Law

Guinea-Bissau: Protesters Demand Justice After Activist Balanta's Death

Hundreds of people gathered in Bissau to pay tribute to Vigario Luis Balanta, an activist known for his criticism of the ruling military junta. His mutilated body was found in the rice fields of Ndam Lero, sparking widespread outrage. Protesters chanted _'Justice!'_ and condemned what they believe to be a murder linked to the regime.

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