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Guinea coup leader Mamady Doumbouya wins presidential election

Guinea coup leader Mamady Doumbouya wins presidential election

Summary

Mamady Doumbouya, who led a military coup in Guinea, has been elected president based on provisional results, receiving 86.72% of the vote. The election marks a move towards civilian rule after nearly five years of military leadership.

Key Facts

  • Mamady Doumbouya was elected president of Guinea with 86.72% of the vote.
  • The election took place on December 28, 2023.
  • Provisional results show Doumbouya avoiding a runoff election due to his majority win.
  • The Supreme Court of Guinea will check the results within eight days if there are any disputes.
  • Doumbouya faced eight opponents, but main opposition figures were not allowed to run.
  • Doumbouya seized power in a 2021 coup, overthrowing President Alpha Conde.
  • The coup was one of several in West and Central Africa since 2020.
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