1958 Ubangi-Shari constitutional referendum

A referendum on the new constitution of France was held in Ubangi-Shari on 28 September 1958 as part of a wider referendum held across the French Union. The new constitution would see the country become part of the new French Community if accepted, or result in independence if rejected. It was approved by 98.77% of voters.[1]

Results

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Choice Votes %
For 487,033 98.77
Against 6,089 1.23
Invalid/blank votes 3,553
Total 496,675 100
Registered voters/turnout 625,663 79.38
Source: Direct Democracy

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