00:00Votes counting is underway in Guinea following a controversial constitutional referendum that could reshape the country's political future.
00:10The draft constitution, pushed by military leader General Mahmadi Dumbuya, could pave the way for him to run for president four years after seizing power in a coup.
00:20The vote is seen by critics as a power grab, with key opposition parties suspended just weeks before the referendum and many calling for a boycott.
00:30On the ground in Conakry, voter turnout appeared mixed, some residents staying away, citing broken promises by the Junta.
00:38Still Dumbuya remains popular with many young Guineans, who see him as a symbol of hope for a more developed and stable Guinea.
00:46With 6.7 million eligible voters, the referendum requires at least 50% turnout to pass, a number that could determine the country's democratic future.
00:56Official elections are expected in December, but all eyes are on the counting for now.
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