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Guinea: Guinea: Democracy Delayed Once More
Civicus, 12 February 2025
Guinea’s military junta is dragging its feet on the transition to democracy. In charge since September 2021, the military has repeatedly delayed plans to hand over power. Now… Read more »
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Guinea: Rights At Risk As Promised Transition Derails
HRW, 2 December 2024
Crackdown on Opposition, Dissent, Media; Delayed Return to Constitutional Rule Read more »
Guinea Junta 'Drags Feet' On Planned Transition To Democracy
The military junta, led by Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, has missed another deadline in the timetable for the restoration of democracy in the West African nation. The latest transition plan was agreed in 2022 with the Economic Community of West African States after a year-long negotiation.
However, the process leading to the 2025 elections was supposed to have begun on New Year's Day. Instead, the junta issued what analysts said was a "vague promise" when it signed a decree for a Constitutional referendum to be held on an unspecified date.
The military initially enjoyed some popular support from Guineans after deposing then-President Alpha Conde who changed the Constitution to allow for a third term. It has since maintained its grip on power by repressing critical voices.
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Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, the head of Guinea's military junta, has said he has opted for a 39-month transitional period before a return to civilian rule. The announcement ... Read more »
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