In Guinea’s first presidential election since the 2021 military takeover, provisional results indicate that interim President Mamady Doumbouya has secured a decisive victory with 86.72% of the vote in the first round. The election, held on Dec. 28, 2025, marks a significant moment in the nation’s political transition, though it has been met with criticism and claims of limited opposition participation. �
According to the country’s General Directorate of Elections, the vote saw high participation, with turnout reported at approximately 80.95%. The provisional results show Doumbouya far ahead of runner-up Abdoulaye Yero Balde, who received around 6.59% of the vote, followed by smaller shares for other candidates. The Supreme Court has up to eight days to validate these results and address any potential legal challenges. �
Doumbouya, a former army general who first came to power through a 2021 coup that removed President Alpha Condé, had initially pledged not to run for office. However, a new constitution passed in September 2025 permitted his candidacy and extended presidential terms from five to seven years, a move seen by some critics as consolidating his hold on power. �
The election took place against a backdrop of opposition restrictions, with many political parties dissolved and key opposition figures either exiled or barred from the contest. Observers and civil society groups have raised concerns over the fair nature of the electoral process, though authorities maintain that the outcome reflects the will of the electorate. �
As Doumbouya prepares for another term, analysts note that his administration’s future political and economic direction—especially regarding Guinea’s rich mineral resources—will be closely watched, both domestically and internationally.
