Background: Equatorial Guinea gained independence in 1968 after 190 years of Spanish rule. This tiny country, composed of a mainland portion plus five inhabited islands, is one of the smallest on the African continent. President OBIANG NGUEMA MBASOGO has ruled the country for over two decades since seizing power from his uncle, then President MACIAS, in a 1979 coup. Although nominally a constitutional democracy since 1991, the 1996 and 2002 presidential elections - as well as the 1999 legislative elections - were widely seen as being flawed. The president controls most opposition parties through the judicious use of patronage. Despite the country's economic windfall from oil production resulting in a massive increase in government revenue in recent years, there have been few improvements in the country's living standards.
March 17th 2008Africa » Equatorial Guinea The last month has been really busy back here in Malabo. Classes and field trips around the country have taken up the majority of my time. Time has gone incredibly fast for me, as well as my housemate ... 3 photos[full story]
January 26th 2008Africa » Equatorial Guinea I am back in civilization once again, back at the house in Malabo. We spent a few weeks in a small town called Moka. It was not quite as rugged as the last expedition but it was definitely a welcome c ... 5 photos[full story]
February 7th 2008Africa » Equatorial Guinea Our dear friend George is currently working in Equatorial Guinea. He left Texas for his latest job project in October and has been sending updates of himself and his activities to friends, of which I ... 24 photos[full story]
January 22nd 2008Africa » Equatorial Guinea It's been about 3 weeks since my last update and a lot has happened out here.
The few days before we left for the expedition was all packing and preparing equipment for the trip. This includes foo ... 4 photos[full story]
January 1st 2008Africa » Equatorial Guinea It's New Years Day in Malabo. I am loving every minute of this Island. I arrived on Sunday night and was greeted at the aeropuerto by the house director, and we drove to the house in the middle of the ... [full story]
Map of Equatorial Guinea
Equatorial Guinea's Flag