Guinea-Bissau Votes to Enhance Presidential Authority with New Constitution
By Editor • September 2, 2026 • 1 min read
In a landmark decision, Guinea-Bissau's electorate has endorsed a new constitution that broadens the powers of the presidency, a move that could reshape the political landscape ahead of the upcoming elections in December.
Provisional results indicate that an impressive 70% of voters backed the significant constitutional revisions, marking the first such amendments in over thirty years since the country transitioned from a one-party socialist regime.
The changes involve a reduction in parliamentary seats and introduce new regulations governing presidential candidates, setting the stage for a pivotal electoral period.
Source: www.theguardian.com
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