Guinea and the Challenge of Political Uncertainty and Looming Socio-Economic Implosion

Guinea is facing one of the most difficult moments in its history. A socio-economic implosion looms as the country’s political future remains a matter of conjecture due to the deteriorating health of President-General Lansana Conté and uncertain political transition. The recent strikes embarked upon by the country’s trade unions coalition (CNTG-USTG) may just be the beginning of an end to a political era. Indeed, Guinea has been grounded in a series of industrial actions since the beginning of 2006 but particularly since February and the government has incessantly blamed the ‘manipulative’ hands of the opposition and enemies of Guinea.

Download file here