1991 Burundian Charter of National Unity referendum

A referendum on the Charter of National Unity was held in Burundi on 9 February 1991. The charter would abolish ethnic discrimination and give a mandate for the government to write a new constitution. It was approved by 89.77% of voters with a 96% turnout.[1] Following the Charter's approval, work began on the drafting of a new constitution which was approved in a referendum held on 9 March 1992. It was promulgated on 13 March 1992.

1991 Burundian Charter of National Unity referendum
9 February 1991 (1991-02-09)
Results
Choice
Votes %
Yes 1,876,958 89.77%
No 213,817 10.23%
Valid votes 2,090,775 99.38%
Invalid or blank votes 13,143 0.62%
Total votes 2,103,918 100.00%
Registered voters/turnout 2,186,591 96.22%

Results

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Choice Votes %
For 1,876,958 89.77
Against 213,817 10.23
Invalid/blank votes 13,163
Total 2,103,938 100
Registered voters/turnout 2,186,591 96.22
Source: African Elections Database

References

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  1. ^ Elections in Burundi African Elections Database