Civil society organizations in West Africa have raised concerns over Guinea-Bissau’s worsening political crisis ahead of upcoming elections.

Opposition groups accuse President Umaro Sissoko Embaló of violating the constitution by unilaterally setting the election date, a move he insists aligns with the electoral code.

Amid growing tensions, regional CSOs have issued a joint communiqué urging authorities to seek dialogue and consensus.

The crisis has fueled fears of instability, prompting calls for international mediation to safeguard the country’s democracy.