QatarVoters in Guinea-Bissau will participate in a referendum on August 30 to decide whether to approve a new constitution that would significantly enhance the powers of the presidency and overhaul the country's electoral system. This follows a military coup in November 2025, where General Horta Inta-A Na Man was appointed transitional president, and comes ahead of planned presidential and legislative elections on December 6. Supporters of the reform argue it would clarify governance structures and address political instability, while critics warn it could centralize too much power in the presidency. The African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC), a major opposition party, has rejected the referendum and urged a boycott. The proposed constitution, approved by the National Transitional Council (CNT), would shift Guinea-Bissau from a semi-presidential system to a more presidential model, granting the president greater control over appointments, cabinet functions, and legislative structure.
Bias read (Center): The article presents both supporting and critical perspectives on the constitutional reform without overtly favoring either side. It includes viewpoints from supporters who see the changes as necessary for stability and critics who warn of increased presidential power. The framing remains balanced,撮
