Event Brief
Vote counting begins in Guinea-Bissau referendum
By The BriefBrief · Sources (6)
Filed: Aug 31, 2026 at 6:06 AM ET
Summary: Ballot counting has begun in military-run Guinea-Bissau after voting ended in a referendum that could expand the president’s powers. The result is expected to shape the run-up to a general election later this year aimed at restoring civilian rule.
WHO: Guinea-Bissau election authorities
WHAT: Vote counting began for a referendum that could expand presidential powers.
WHEN: Aug 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Guinea-Bissau
WHY: The referendum voting has ended and counting is the next procedural step.
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