Guinea-Bissau Schedules Presidential and Legislative Elections for November 23
Guinea-Bissau will conduct its presidential and legislative elections on November 23, as per a new decree. This date is one week earlier than previously announced. The opposition has raised concerns over President Umaro Sissoco Embalo’s expired mandate.
Guinea-Bissau has officially scheduled its presidential and legislative elections for November 23, according to a decree from the presidency. This date is set one week earlier than the previously announced date of November 30. The opposition has expressed discontent regarding the timeline, pointing out that the mandate of President Umaro Sissoco Embalo had already expired last month, leading to calls for immediate electoral action.
In conclusion, the election date set for November 23 marks a significant step for Guinea-Bissau amid opposition concerns regarding the legitimacy of the current presidency’s mandate. The political climate in the lead-up to the elections remains volatile, highlighting the importance of transparency and adherence to electoral timelines.
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