A constitutional referendum was held in the Republic of the Congo on 20 January 2002, with results showed over 87% voted in favour with a voter turnout of 77.5%.
Background
The proposed new constitution would make the country a
bicameral legislature and instituted several requirements in order to be able to stand for President.[3]
The government described the referendum as paving the way for elections and welcomed the results.
international observers, had seen irregularities.[4]
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