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Arabian Post
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Arabian Post
Guinea's Media Future Debated Amid Ongoing Broadcast Bans
Guinea's media regulator concluded the 'Forum on the Future of the Press,' an event aimed at revitalising the country's media landscape. However, six prominent news outlets remain blocked, highlighting the ongoing challenges to press freedom under the military-led government. The Ministry of Information and Communications Technology revoked the broadcasting licences of FIM FM, Espace FM, Sweet FM, Djoma FM, Djoma TV, and Espace TV, citing 'non-compliance with the content of the specifications.' These outlets have been off the air since December 2023, when authorities initially suspended them for 'security reasons.' The Union of Press Professionals of Guinea reported that over 700 media workers have lost their jobs due to these closures. The SPPG described the government's actions as 'repressive' and warned of a 'social and humanitarian disaster,' threatening an indefinite general strike if the bans are not lifted. ADVERTISEMENT Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah defended the government's stance, referencing the role of partisan media in historical conflicts such as the 1994 Rwandan genocide and post-election violence in Ivory Coast. He emphasised the need to prevent mechanisms that could undermine national stability. The High Authority of Communication , Guinea's media regulator, has faced criticism for its handling of the situation. Djoma Média's director-general, Kalil Oularé, expressed surprise at the suspension, noting that no prior summons or explanations were provided. The HAC is traditionally expected to give prior notification and justification for such decisions. International organisations have condemned the government's actions. The Committee to Protect Journalists called for the immediate reinstatement of the affected media outlets, stating that the revocation of licences is an alarming effort to censor the news in Guinea. Reporters Without Borders reported that several radio stations have been jammed, with some broadcasting military music instead of regular programming. Access to social media platforms, including WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, has also been restricted since November 2023, further limiting the public's access to information. These platforms are only accessible through virtual private networks . The government's crackdown extends beyond media outlets. Investigative journalist Habib Marouane Kamara was abducted in December 2024 by men in security forces uniforms in Conakry. Kamara, editor-in-chief of was beaten unconscious and taken away, with his whereabouts remaining unknown. This incident underscores the increasing media suppression under Guinea's military regime.
TimesLIVE
13-05-2025
- Business
- TimesLIVE
Guinea's prime minister announces elections in December 2025
The prime minister of junta-ruled Guinea announced a new date of December for elections, seeking to reassure investors in a speech at an African business forum on Monday. Guinea is ruled by military leader Mamady Doumbouya, who seized power in a coup in September 2021, and in 2022 proposed a two-year transition to elections but then did not take steps to organise a vote. The junta later set and missed a deadline of December 31 2024 for a return to a civilian administration. Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah announced the new date on Monday at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, while speaking about the West African country's Simandou iron ore project. The announcement comes a month after the government set September 21 as the date for a constitutional referendum, which authorities have said would be a precursor to any election and a return to constitutional rule.
Business Insider
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Insider
Junta led Guinea to hold presidential elections in December
Guinea's Prime Minister has announced December 2025 as the new date for national elections, aiming to reassure investors during a speech on Monday at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. Guinea has announced December 2025 for national elections, aiming to reassure stakeholders and investors. A constitutional referendum is scheduled prior to elections on September 21, 2025. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah as the government plans to transition back to civilian rule. Guinea's Prime Minister has announced December 2025 as the new date for national elections, aiming to reassure investors during a speech on Monday at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah announced while discussing the West African country's massive Simandou iron ore project. "The constitutional referendum will be on September 21 and the legislative and presidential elections will be in December," he said. "I can assure you that Simandou's first train will arrive before the elections." General Mamadi Doumbouya seized power in September 2021, toppling President Alpha Condé after he controversially amended the constitution to extend presidential terms from five to six years, allowing himself a third term following the end of his second term in 2020. Missed transition deadlines While the junta proposed a two-year transition to civilian rule in 2022, it failed to take tangible steps toward organising elections. A key deadline of December 31, 2024, to restore democratic governance came and went without progress. Now, the military government has announced a revised timeline. A constitutional referendum is scheduled for September 21, 2025, an exercise authorities insist must precede national elections and a full return to constitutional order. Yet, concerns about the credibility of this transition persist. Guinea's political space remains tightly controlled, with the two former ruling parties suspended and the main opposition party, the Union of Democratic Forces of Guinea, placed under surveillance. These restrictions cast doubt on the fairness and inclusiveness of the electoral process ahead.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Guinea's prime minister announces elections in December 2025
ABIDJAN (Reuters) - The prime minister of junta-ruled Guinea announced a new date of December 2025 for elections, seeking to reassure investors in a speech at an African business forum on Monday. Guinea is ruled by military leader Mamady Doumbouya, who seized power in a coup in September 2021, and in 2022 proposed a two-year transition to elections but then did not take steps to organise a vote. The junta later set and missed a deadline of December 31, 2024 for a return to a civilian administration. Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah announced the new date on Monday at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, while speaking about the West African country's Simandou iron ore project. The announcement comes a month after the government set September 21, 2025, as the date for a constitutional referendum, which authorities have said would be a precursor to any election and a return to constitutional rule. "The constitutional referendum will be on September 21 and the legislative and presidential elections will be in December," the prime minister said. "I can assure you that Simandou's first train will arrive before the elections." In July 2024 the junta presented a draft of a new constitution which may allow Doumbouya to participate in the next presidential election. Guinea's two former ruling parties are currently suspended. The other major opposition party, the Union of Democratic Forces of Guinea, has been placed under surveillance.
Reuters
12-05-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Guinea's prime minister announces elections in December 2025
ABIDJAN, May 12 (Reuters) - The prime minister of junta-ruled Guinea announced a new date of December 2025 for elections, seeking to reassure investors in a speech at an African business forum on Monday. Guinea is ruled by military leader Mamady Doumbouya, who seized power in a coup in September 2021, and in 2022 proposed a two-year transition to elections but then did not take steps to organise a vote. The junta later set and missed a deadline of December 31, 2024 for a return to a civilian administration. Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah announced the new date on Monday at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, while speaking about the West African country's Simandou iron ore project. The announcement comes a month after the government set September 21, 2025, as the date for a constitutional referendum, which authorities have said would be a precursor to any election and a return to constitutional rule. "The constitutional referendum will be on September 21 and the legislative and presidential elections will be in December," the prime minister said. "I can assure you that Simandou's first train will arrive before the elections." In July 2024 the junta presented a draft of a new constitution which may allow Doumbouya to participate in the next presidential election. Guinea's two former ruling parties are currently suspended. The other major opposition party, the Union of Democratic Forces of Guinea, has been placed under surveillance.
