Event Brief
Guinea-Bissau holds referendum to rewrite constitution
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
Filed: Aug 30, 2026 at 4:07 PM ET
Summary: Voters in military-ruled Guinea-Bissau are voting in a referendum to rewrite the constitution and increase presidential powers ahead of elections aimed at restoring civilian rule. The process is described as mired in controversy.
WHO: Voters in Guinea-Bissau
WHAT: A referendum is held to rewrite the constitution and boost presidential powers.
WHEN: Aug 30, 2026
WHERE: Guinea-Bissau
WHY: The referendum is being held as part of the process to restore civilian rule ahead of elections.
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