2017 Mauritanian constitutional referendum

2017 Mauritanian constitutional referendum

5 August 2017

Constitutional amendments relating to the institutions of the Republic
For
85.61%
Against
9.99%
Neutral
4.40%
Constitutional amendment modifying the flag and the national anthem
For
85.67%
Against
10.02%
Neutral
4.31%

A two-part constitutional referendum was held in Mauritania on 5 August 2017,[1] having initially been planned for 15 July.[2] Voters were asked whether they approve of proposed amendments to the constitution. Both proposals were approved by 86% of voters with a voter turnout of 54%.[3]