After Eton and a successful career in the British Army, he became, in his words, “the go-to guy for military coups.” The rewards (and risks) were enormous.
Tag: Equatorial Guinea
What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak
In Rwanda, 11 deaths have been reported from this rare but deadly disease. Two people tested negative in Germany this week.
New Marburg Outbreaks in Africa Raise Alarm About the Deadly Virus’s Spread
The spread of the Ebola-like virus has claimed lives but could be a crucial chance to test a vaccine — if supplies and researchers are mobilized in time.
Your Monday Briefing
Israel reopens to its vaccinated populace.
Explosions Hit Military Base in Equatorial Guinea, Many Feared Dead
Officials said mishandled explosives were responsible for the disaster in the Central African country.
Luxury Cars Seized From African Leader’s Son Are Auctioned in Geneva
Vehicles linked to an inquiry into graft in Equatorial Guinea yielded $27 million at auction.
Gambian Minister Calls on All Women With Accusations Against Ex-President to Come Forward
The justice minister called a former beauty queen “brave” after she disclosed rape accusations against former President Yahya Jammeh.