Guineans are heading to the polls in December after the confirmation a constitutional referendum on the country’s political system.
Guinea Supreme Court confirmed the results of the referendum. The final tallies was in favour of a new constitution by 89.38 per cent and 10.62 per cent against
The referendum takes place under military rule, led by Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, who seized power in a 2021 coup that ousted President Alpha Conde.
Voters queuing at polling stations very early to cast votes. Volunteers were also at the polling booths to assist voters.
Guineans Shared their Thoughts
Abdoulaye Bailo Bah, a resident of the Kountia neighbourhood, said
“This referendum will bring good. You know, first of all, it’s a civic duty. When a citizen comes to vote, they make their choice freely”.
Fatoumata Binta Bah a first-time voter said,
“This moment represents my right to choose,” explaining that in the past she had never received her ID card, but ‘today, that changed’.
Others stressed unity and peace. Ibrahim Sakho from the Sanoyah community stated that the referendum was being seen as a chance for peace.
“Come and vote freely, without problems, without incidents,” he added.
Referendum Agenda
The referendum allows 6.7 million eligible voters to cast a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ vote on a new constitution that would extend the presidential term from five to seven years, renewable once, and create a Senate, one-third of which would be directly appointed by the president.
It requires a simple majority and at least 50 per cent turnout to pass.
However, opposition parties argue that the process lacked consultation and highlight that the junta had earlier banned major political groups from participating.
Read More :Guinea Supreme Court confirms vote to change constitutionhttps://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2025/09/27/guinea-supreme-court-confirms-vote-to-change-constitution_6745801_4.html
Guinea Voters Back New Constitution Clearing Path for Junta Leader
About the Author
