Equatorial Guinea’s Government Resign From Office After Failing To Meet Targets

The government of Equatorial Guinea has resigned after failing to meet its performance targets, Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue announced on Tuesday.

Mangue, who is also the son of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, said the cabinet stepped down after achieving “barely 10 percent” of its goals.

“The rule is simple: public responsibility has to come with results,” he said, adding that despite the significant human, material and financial resources provided by the state, the level of execution was “clearly insufficient in relation to the expectations and commitments undertaken.”

Although the vice president did not disclose the specific targets, the ruling Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea said President Mbasogo was dissatisfied with the outgoing administration’s performance.

The government, led by Prime Minister Manuel Osa Nsue Nsua and appointed in 2024, had been tasked with implementing economic reforms aimed at improving living conditions, particularly for poorer citizens.

However, the country’s economy has continued to struggle due to declining oil production, reduced investment and external economic shocks. Equatorial Guinea remains heavily dependent on petroleum, with oil and gas accounting for most of its export earnings and government revenue.

President Mbasogo, who has ruled since 1979 and is the world’s longest-serving leader, also criticised the government for failing to diversify the economy, particularly in agriculture, which could help reduce dependence on imported goods.

A new government is expected to be appointed in the coming days.