In Guinea-Bissau, voters have approved a proposed new Constitution that would increase the power of the president and replace the country’s current semi-parliamentary system of government. The referendum took place recently, and the results were officially announced on Tuesday by the National Electoral Commission after all votes were counted. The new Constitution aims to shift the balance of power in the government, giving the president more authority in decision-making processes. This change marks a significant departure from the previous system, which shared power between the president and a prime minister, a structure known as a semi-parliamentary system. Under the new framework, the president will likely have a stronger role in shaping national policies and governance. The approval of the new Constitution comes amid ongoing efforts to stabilize Guinea-Bissau’s political landscape. The country has experienced political instability and coups in the past, and many hope that this constitutional change will bring more clarity and strength to the government. However, some critics have raised concerns about the potential for increased centralization of power and its implications for democracy. The Electoral Commission emphasized that the voting process was conducted transparently and without major incidents. With the new Constitution in place, Guinea-Bissau will now move forward with implementing the changes, which will require legislative action and possibly new laws to align with the updated framework.