‘Before, the land sustained us’: Who benefits from Guinea’s bauxite wealth?
The country has vast reserves of the ore, a source material for aluminium. But citizens still languish in poverty.
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Guinea military government leader enters presidential race
Mamady Doumbouya formally files papers for December 28 vote, aimed at restoring constitutional order after 2021 coup.
Guinea voters endorse post-coup constitution, partial results show
Presidential election is currently expected to take place in December.
Guinea votes on new constitution to move from military to civilian rule
Guinea’s 6.7 million voters eligible to cast a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ vote on a new constitution.
Guinea military rulers suspend three opposition parties before referendum
Move comes as draft constitution is being put to a vote next month, raising fears for democratic transition.
EXCLUSIVE
The ‘ghost reporters’ writing pro-Russian propaganda in West Africa
Al Jazeera finds that nonexistent writers are spreading anti-France sentiment across West and Central Africa.
With France’s military influence in Africa gone, can it rely on soft power?
The French language and a CFA currency tying 14 countries to France’s treasury continue to have big effects.
Guinea rights groups say death toll in stadium stampede too low
Guinea’s military-led government has warned that publishing ‘unverified’ information will result in arrests.
At least 56 killed in stampede during Guinea football match
At least 56 killed in southeastern city after rival fans stormed the pitch following a controversial referee decision.
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Four years on, did Mali’s coup start a trend that changed the region?
At least 10 coup attempts have been recorded in Central and West Africa since the August 2020 military takeover in Mali.
Guinea court jails ex-military leader Camara for crimes against humanity
Landmark verdict on 2009 massacre ‘sounds toll against impunity’, but military rulers continue to repress opposition.
