About
Umaro Sissoco Embaló is a Bissau-Guinean politician and former military officer who served as the sixth president of Guinea-Bissau from 2020. Before his presidency, he was the 18th Prime Minister under President José Mário Vaz from 2016 to 2018. He is a member of the Madem G15 party. He was deposed in a coup d'état in 2025.
Career Timeline
Appointed Prime Minister
Umaro Sissoco Embaló becomes Prime Minister of Guinea-Bissau. This elevated his political standing.
Term as PM Ends
Embaló's term as Prime Minister concludes. He continued to be a political figure.
Elected President
Embaló is elected President of Guinea-Bissau. This significantly increased his power and influence.
Deposed in Coup
Embaló is deposed in a coup d'état. This abruptly ended his presidency.
Post-Presidency Status
Living in exile or low profile. His political career is diminished.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026