Guinea's Junta Leader Leads in Presidential Election Amid Opposition Concerns
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Guinea's current military leader Mamady Doumbouya is the frontrunner in the upcoming presidential election, following a controversial referendum that allowed him to run and extended presidential terms, amid opposition criticism and concerns over democratic backsliding. The election marks a significant moment in Guinea's ongoing political upheaval in West Africa, with many fearing the consolidation of military power and suppression of opposition.
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- Guinea elections: Who’s running and what’s at stake? Al Jazeera
- Guinea's junta leader is expected to win first election since 2021 coup ABC News
- Coup leader expected to stay in power in Guinea presidential vote Reuters
- UN high commissioner urges Guinea authorities to end repression ahead of presidential election Jurist.org
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