Guinea’s ruling military government, led by General Mamadi Doumbouya, has suspended 29 political parties, citing failure to meet key administrative requirements. The affected parties were penalized for not providing bank account details, a registered address, or a party logo, while some were led by individuals residing abroad.
Among those suspended for three months is the Rally of the People of Guinea (RPG), the party of former President Alpha Condé, who was ousted in a 2021 coup and has since operated from overseas. The Union of Republican Forces (UFR), led by exiled opposition figure Sidya Touré, was also affected.
An official evaluation report stated that an additional 27 political movements have been dissolved for similar administrative shortcomings, including the absence of local leadership or failure to replace deceased party heads. Meanwhile, the party of opposition leader Cellou Dalein Diallo was granted permission to continue its activities, provided it organizes a party conference within 45 days.
Currently, 75 parties remain authorized to operate in Guinea. Despite international pressure, the junta has not followed through on its initial commitment to return the country to civilian rule by the end of 2024. However, in a recent New Year address, General Doumbouya declared that 2025 would be a “crucial electoral year” aimed at restoring constitutional order.