Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau plans constitutional referendum amid coup aftermath

Guinea-Bissau’s military authorities are pushing a constitutional referendum for August 30, 2026 to consolidate power in the presidency and reduce the role of parliament ahead of December elections, reshaping the balance between the executive and legislative branches. Observers warn the proposed changes could weaken local-party influence and give the president sweeping powers, including dissolving parliament and reshaping ministries, in a transition following the November 2025 coup and ongoing push toward civilian rule.