How did the 2014 elections help restore civilian rule in Guinea-Bissau?

Following a military coup in 2012 that ousted the government and led to the suspension of Guinea-Bissau by the African Union, the country worked toward restoring constitutional order. Although the return to civilian rule was initially delayed, parliamentary and presidential elections were finally held on April 13, 2014.12

These elections were instrumental in the transition because they provided a democratic mandate for a new government. The PAIGC secured a majority of legislative seats, and their candidate, José Mário Vaz, ultimately won the presidency in a runoff election held on May 18, 2014. The successful completion of this electoral process demonstrated a return to stability, prompting the African Union to lift its suspension of the country on June 17, 2014, followed by the inauguration of President Vaz on June 23, 2014.12