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Guinea-Bissau votes in referendum on giving president more powers
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· August 30, 2026
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Key points The vote comes ahead of a general election planned for later this year, which aims to restore civilian rule. A referendum is set to take place on Sunday, allowing voters to decide on potential changes to the president's powers.
A referendum is set to take place on Sunday, allowing voters to decide on potential changes to the president's powers. The vote comes ahead of a general election planned for later this year, which aims to restore civilian rule.
The referendum could result in the president being granted more powers. Further details about the referendum and its potential outcomes are available.
Voting is scheduled to occur in a country currently under military rule, with the general election intended to mark a transition back to civilian leadership.
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Category: government Published: August 30, 2026 Source: RFI English — Africa Reading time: 1 min
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