Democracy in Equatorial Guinea
President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo remains the world’s longest-serving head of state, in power since 1979. The ruling PDGE controls nearly all political space, with elections criticized for lacking competitiveness or transparency.
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Democratic History
This page offers a comprehensive overview of Equatorial Guinea's government and political history through two key interactive visualisations. The first section provides a detailed table showcasing vital political and economic indicators, such as Equatorial Guinea's population, GDP, government structure, age and tenure of the current president, military regime status, and democracy metrics.
The second section presents a historical and political chronology of Equatorial Guinea, highlighting significant milestones such as independence, referendum history, coups, notable wars, and democratic progress. Together, these visualisations provide a rich resource for understanding Equatorial Guinea's governance, leadership, and democratic evolution, catering to researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in African political history.
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