Carlos Vila Nova
Carlos Vila Nova is the current President of São Tomé and Príncipe, having taken office in September 2021. He is a member of the Independent Democratic Action party and has focused his administration on issues such as economic development and governance reform. Vila Nova's leadership has been characterized by efforts to strengthen relations with international partners and enhance the country's diplomatic presence. He was recently mentioned in the news regarding his attendance at the investiture ceremony of Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema in Gabon.
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Recent news mentions
Carlos Vila Nova is included in the committee of mediation for the CEEAC discussions.
CEEAC : un comité de médiation mis en place pour faciliter le retour du Rwanda | Gabonreview.com
Gabon· 2025-12-02
Carlos Vila Nova appointed Vasco Hugo dos Ramos Bonfim as ambassador in 2024.
Coopération : vers la construction d’une ambassade de Sao Tomé-et-Principe à Libreville | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2025-07-24
Carlos Vila Nova is the President of São Tomé and Príncipe who was greeted by the Prime Minister.
Primeira-Ministra reúne-se com comunidade moçambicana em São Tomé
Mozambique· 2025-07-13
Carlos Vila Nova described the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the country's independence as 'a dream of freedom that has become reality'.
Independência de São Tomé e Príncipe: “Um sonho de liberdade tornado realidade” | 50 anos das independências
Portugal· 2025-07-12He is the President of São Tomé and Príncipe who received congratulatory messages on the anniversary of independence.
رئيس الدولة ونائباه يهنئون رئيس جمهورية ساوتومي وبرينسيب الديمقراطية بذكرى استقلال بلاده
United Arab Emirates· 2025-07-12
Carlos Vila Nova is the President of São Tomé and Príncipe and will give a speech at the independence celebration.
São Tomé e Príncipe celebra hoje 50 anos de independência
Cabo Verde· 2025-07-12
Carlos Vila Nova is the President of São Tomé and Príncipe who invited Maria Benvinda Levi to the celebrations.
Primeira-Ministra no jubileu de ouro de São Tomé e PríncipeMozambique· 2025-07-11
Carlos Vila Nova called for unity, work, and dignity during his speech on the 50th anniversary of independence.
Santomenses seguem alérgicos à unidade: “A instabilidade é um cancro nosso” | São Tomé e PríncipePortugal· 2025-07-10Carlos Vila Nova is the President of Sao Tome and Principe.
Gabon : Paul Biya et Emmanuel Macron absents à l’investiture d’Oligui Nguema | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2025-04-29
