Guinea-Bissau military government seeks more presidential power

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Guinea-Bissau’s military government says it will amend the constitution to give the president more powers. The junta that seized power last year plans to hold elections in December.

WHO: Guinea-Bissau’s military government (junta)

WHAT: Announced plans to amend the constitution to increase presidential powers and to hold elections in December

WHEN: Reported Aug 30, 2026 at 8:01 AM ET

WHERE: Guinea-Bissau

WHY: The junta is pursuing constitutional changes and an election schedule following its seizure of power.

How this story developed (showing 2 of 2 earlier reports)

Guinea-Bissau votes yes in referendum on new constitution · Sep 2, 2026 at 5:07 AM ET
Guinea-Bissau voters expand presidential powers · Sep 1, 2026 at 2:13 PM ET

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