Political parties are excluded from participating in the campaign for the Aug. 30 referendum. National Election Commission President Carmem Isaura Tavares Batista Lobo cited the Referendum Law as the basis for the restriction.
Why it mattersThe ruling prevents organized political parties from officially mobilizing voters or funding campaigns for the upcoming vote.
The Permanent Commission of the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC) rejected the upcoming constitutional referendum. The party has called for a boycott of the vote.
Why it mattersThe boycott effort seeks to undermine the legitimacy of the constitutional changes by reducing voter turnout.
The Revolutionary Movement of the Soil (MRPT) opposed the constitutional referendum scheduled for Aug. 30. The group described the process as a 'simulacrum' and urged citizens to boycott the vote.
Why it mattersThe call for a boycott aims to delegitimize the legal process used to alter the country's constitution.
Guiné Telecom and the National Institute of Social Security (INSS) signed an agreement on Aug. 20. The deal aims to regularize the social security status of workers.
Why it mattersThe agreement allows employees of the telecommunications firm to access social security benefits and legal protections.
The Guinean Mini-Football Association (AMF-GB) has set staff training and talent scouting as its primary goals. President Califa Soares Cassamá announced the priorities today.
Why it mattersThe focus on scouting and training aims to increase the number of qualified coaches and competitive players in the sport.