Military authorities in Guinea-Bissau have announced the immediate reopening of all land, air, and sea borders, a day after seizing control of the government and halting the country’s electoral process. The decision marks the first major directive since the military declared itself in charge, following intense political turmoil triggered by Sunday’s disputed presidential election.

The borders had been shut during Wednesday’s takeover, which saw soldiers suspend the electoral process after both incumbent President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and leading opposition candidate Fernando Dias claimed victory ahead of official results. The country has since been gripped by uncertainty, with reports of sustained gunfire near key government institutions, including the electoral commission headquarters and the presidential palace.

The reopening of borders is seen as an attempt to ease immediate tensions, even as the fate of the election and the future political direction of Guinea-Bissau remain unclear. With military leaders now holding full control, what next steps will determine the country’s stability in the coming days? Visit www.jocomms.com for more news