Gabon Holds Referendum on New Constitution Post-Coup

The vote seeks to establish term limits and end dynastic rule following last year's military ouster of President Ali Bongo.

Gabonese citizens are voting on a new constitution that proposes a seven-year presidential term limit, renewable once.
The draft constitution aims to prevent dynastic rule by prohibiting family succession to the presidency.
The referendum follows the military coup in August 2023 that ended the Bongo family's 55-year rule.
Transitional President Brice Oligui Nguema has been actively campaigning for a 'yes' vote, with plans for elections in 2025.
The outcome of the vote is seen as a critical step towards restoring civilian rule in the oil-rich nation.