Guinea counts votes in referendum boycotted by Opposition
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Guineans have voted in a constitutional referendum that critics allege is a manoeuvre by the military leadership to consolidate its authority. The vote, held under a significant security presence and a ban on protests, could pave the way for the current transitional president to run for a further seven-year term.
Breakdown
- Guinea's leader Mamadi Dimbuya voted in a referendum that could allow him to seek the presidency. 4s
- The government deployed 45,000 security personnel and banned public demonstrations. 1m 7s
- Major opposition parties boycotted the referendum, with leaders going into hiding or exile. 1m 21s
- Supporters say the draft constitution increases women's representation and establishes new institutions. 1m 47s