Guinea-Bissau’s military rulers have set 6 December as the date for presidential and legislative elections, signaling a tentative path back to civilian rule after last November’s coup. Transitional President Horta N’Tam says conditions are now in place for credible polls, following consultations with electoral officials, the military, and political bodies. The announcement comes despite sustained pressure from ECOWAS, which had previously rejected the junta’s proposal for a one-year transition period. While the transitional charter bars interim leaders from running, skepticism remains high. With recent coups in the region turning into prolonged military rule, many are watching closely to see whether Guinea-Bissau will truly break the pattern.
BBC
