Embalo aims for historic re-election in Guinea-Bissau

Breakdown

• Umaro Sissoco Embalo is seeking to become Guinea-Bissau's first sitting president in 30 years to win re-election.
• Embalo's first term has seen instability, including several coup attempts and a 2022 attack near the cabinet building. 11s
• A recent report indicates Guinea-Bissau's cocaine trade is thriving, adding to the country's instability. 26s
• Embalo faces ongoing challenges to his legitimacy, with critics alleging an unfair 2019 election and overstaying his mandate. 37s
• Despite criticism and the exclusion of his main rival, Embalo is the clear favourite in the upcoming elections, but major economic and social issues persist. 50s