Voters in Guinea-Bissau have overwhelmingly approved a new constitution, with 70% support according to provisional results. The amendment significantly expands the powers of the president, reshaping the political landscape of the West African nation. The changes also include a reduction in the number of seats in parliament and the establishment of new regulations for presidential candidates. This is the first constitutional amendment in Guinea-Bissau in over three decades, following revisions that previously ended the one-party socialist system. The referendum paves the way for December elections under the new constitutional framework. Supporters believe the changes will provide greater political stability, while critics fear a concentration of power. The outcome sets the stage for a potentially transformative period in Guinea-Bissau’s political history.