Gabon approves new constitution in referendum

An election is tentatively scheduled for August next year to transition the country to civilian rule.

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Provisional results showed 92% of voters backed the new constitution, according to the country's electoral body.

The outcome sets the stage for a transition to civilian rule, although critics say it is designed to allow coup leader Brice Oligui Nguema to remain in power.

Nguema is yet to openly say whether he will run in the election.

Voter turnout was estimated at 54%, according to the Committee for the Transition and Restoration of Institutions (CTRI). There were no serious incidents reported during Saturday's vote.

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