Guinea Votes in First Parliamentary Election Since 2021 Coup | THE DAILY TRIBUNE

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Conakry: Guinea held parliamentary and municipal elections on Sunday, the country’s first legislative vote since President Mamady Doumbouya was brought in power through a military coup in 2021. The election is regarded as an important turning point in Guinea’s returning to constitutional rule following years of military dictatorship.

A constitution enacted in 2025 enabled voters to elect all 147 members of the new National Assembly. The vote follows Doumbouya’s presidential election victory earlier this year, which formally ended the country’s transition period and led to the lifting of African Union sanctions.

However, after authorities dissolved nearly 40 political parties in March, including a few major opposition groups, the polls were overshadowed by criticism from the opposition. While officials said the actions were a part of larger political changes, critics criticised the government of restricting political competition.

Low voter turnout was reported from some areas of the capital, Conakry, and a number of opposition parties boycotted from the election. As Guinea looks to solidify its return to civilian government, analysts predict Doumbouya’s supporters will win a significant majority in the new parliament, solidifying his dominance on government.