The Prime Minister of Guinea’s junta has officially set a new election timeline for December 2025, a move designed to reassure both local and foreign investors during a speech at the Africa CEO Forum held in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. This announcement follows the junta’s delay in prior election preparations, which had initially promised a transition to democracy within two years after the military coup that brought Mamady Doumbouya to power in September 2021.
Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah also addressed the scheduled constitutional referendum, which is slated for September 21, 2025. This referendum aims to pave the way for the elections by establishing a new constitutional framework. Bah stated confidently, “The constitutional referendum will be on September 21 and the legislative and presidential elections will be in December.” He also highlighted the importance of the timely delivery of the Simandou iron ore project’s first train, assuring stakeholders that it would arrive before the elections, linking economic progress with political stability.
The political landscape in Guinea remains complex, with the two former ruling parties currently suspended and significant opposition parties, such as the Union of Democratic Forces of Guinea, under surveillance. The upcoming elections are seen as crucial for reinstating constitutional rule and restoring trust in the electoral process.
This new timeline for elections reflects a cautious but hopeful step toward democracy amid ongoing challenges. There is optimism that with appropriate reforms and transparent electoral processes, Guinea can move toward a more stable political environment that fosters investment and public participation.
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