The National Electoral Commission (CEN) of São Tomé and Príncipe confirmed a cyberattack targeted its voter database. The commission president revealed the attempted breach but assured the public of the security of the upcoming presidential elections. Details of the attack remain limited, but officials state it was successfully repelled. This incident raises concerns about potential external interference in the electoral process. Authorities are investigating the source and nature of the cyberattack. Despite the attempted breach, the CEN insists the elections will proceed as planned, with safeguards in place to protect the integrity of the vote. The presidential election is being held today, and security measures have been heightened.