Mar 7 • 12:50 UTC 🌍 Africa RFI Afrique (FR)

Guinea: a ministerial decree dissolving forty opposition parties shakes the political class

The Guinea government has dissolved forty political parties, including key opposition groups, due to non-compliance with new legislation.

In Guinea, the political landscape faced a major upheaval following a recent decree by the government that dissolved forty political parties, including the three most prominent: the Rally of the People of Guinea (RPG), led by former president Alpha Condé, the Union of Democratic Forces (UFD), headed by former Prime Minister Cellou Dalein Diallo, and the Union of Republican Forces (UFR), led by former Prime Minister Sidya Touré. This decree, announced late on the night of March 7, cited non-compliance with new legislation adopted on September 21, 2025, as the reason for the dissolution.

The announcement was made during a broadcast on national television, where the names of the dissolved parties were disclosed. The decree, signed by Ibrahima Kalil Condé, the Minister of Territorial Administration and Decentralization, raises concerns about the state of democracy and political pluralism in Guinea. Many in the political opposition and civil society view this action as a significant blow to opposition voices, fueling fears of increasing government repression.

The implications of this drastic measure could be profound for Guinea's political future. Dissolving established parties undermines democratic processes and could lead to increased tension between the government and its opponents. Analysts suggest this move may provoke protests and civil unrest, as supporters of the dissolved parties mobilize in response to what they perceive as an undemocratic maneuver. The international community will likely monitor the situation closely, as it assesses Guinea's commitment to democratic principles and political stability in the region.

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