Role G7+ To Observe The 2023 General Election In Guinea-Bissau: A Case Study In Region 2 (Bissau And Biombo)

Authors

  • Felicidade Xavier Universidade Oreintal Timor Lorosa’e (UNITAL), Timor Leste
  • Domingos Loe Soares Universidade Oreintal Timor Lorosa’e (UNITAL), Timor Leste
  • Vitorino de Jesus Ximenes Universidade Oreintal Timor Lorosa’e (UNITAL), Timor Leste

Keywords:

g7+ role, general election, guinea bissau

Abstract

This study examines the role of the G7+ intergovernmental organization in observing the 2023 General Elections in Guinea-Bissau, with a particular focus on Region 2 (Bissau and Biombo). The capacity of election officials to perform their supervisory functions is central to the integrity of democratic processes; key challenges identified in this context include inadequate facilities, limited human resources, and insufficient oversight from hierarchical leadership structures. The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of G7+’s electoral observation mandate in Guinea-Bissau in 2023. A descriptive qualitative research methodology was employed, utilizing primary and secondary data gathered through interviews, observations, and documentation. Despite these limitations, the 2023 General Elections proceeded in accordance with established electoral regulations, with active participation from both national and international observers. The G7+ observation team monitored 68 voting centers across 7 constituencies in Region 2 and documented a high level of public trust in the electoral process. The study concludes that strengthening the institutional capacity of G7+ is essential for ensuring more effective electoral oversight in fragile post-conflict states.

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2025-10-25

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Xavier, F., Loe Soares, D., & Jesus Ximenes, V. de. (2025). Role G7+ To Observe The 2023 General Election In Guinea-Bissau: A Case Study In Region 2 (Bissau And Biombo). Oriental Journal, 1(4), 194–206. Retrieved from https://orientaljurnal.com/index.php/oj/article/view/34

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