Togolese lawmakers adopted a new constitution.

Togolese lawmakers adopted a new constitution on Monday, transitioning the country from a presidential to a parliamentary system. The new constitution allows the parliament to elect the president without public debate for a single six-year term. The revised constitution also introduces the role of "president of the council of ministers" with full authority and power to manage the government's affairs. The vote took place less than a month before the next legislative elections, but it's unclear when the changes will come into effect.

March 26, 2024
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