Vote count starts in Guinea-Bissau referendum on strengthening presidency
Summary
Guinea-Bissau held a referendum to approve a new constitution that would give more power to the president. The vote had over 55% turnout, was peaceful, and results are expected soon. The change comes after a military coup less than a year ago and aims to replace the current parliamentary system with a presidential one before elections in December.Key Facts
- Guinea-Bissau held a referendum on a new constitution on Sunday.
- Voter turnout was over 55%, and the vote was peaceful and credible.
- The new constitution would change the political system from parliamentary to presidential.
- The president would gain the power to appoint and remove the prime minister and government members.
- The president could also dissolve parliament under the new system.
- The referendum follows a military coup less than 10 months ago.
- The military says the changes aim to stabilize the country before elections on December 6.
- The current transitional president, General Horta Inta-A Na Man, cannot run in the upcoming elections.
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