The Guinean military government, on Saturday, issued a decree resulting in the temporary suspension of the country’s three main opposition parties, alleging non-compliance with the requirements mandated by the Guinean Charter of Political Parties .

The decree stipulates that the parties Union of Democratic Forces of Guinea (UFDG), Renewal and Progress Party (PRP), and the Rally of the Guinean People (RPG) are suspended for a period of 90 days. During this period, neither party is allowed to conduct political activities, hold meetings, or demonstrations, constituting a full blanket ban on their activities. Non-compliance with the decree could result in criminal charges, as announced by the Ministry of the Interior.

Of particular concern is the timing of the military government’s crack

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