Guinea's junta leader to stand for president

Guinea's Presidential Race Heats Up: Mamady Doumbouya Throws His Hat in the RingIn a surprising turn of events, Guinea's military ruler, Mamady Doumbouya, has announced his candidacy for the upcoming December presidential election. This decision comes after the ruling junta pushed for a new constitution, which now allows Doumbouya to run for office despite previous promises not to. The new constitution also sets new eligibility rules, effectively disqualifying former president Alpha Conde and former prime minister Cellou Dalein Diallo. With Doumbouya's entry into the race, Guinea's presidential election is shaping up to be a closely watched event in West Africa, as citizens decide the future of their democracy and the management of the country's valuable minerals. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.