US EditionGuinea shock at $100,000 fee to contest elections to replace junta
The $100,000 fee aims to limit candidates to those deemed credible, with over 50 approved so far and a 5% vote threshold for deposit refund, authorities say.
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Shock at $100,000 fee to contest Guinea elections to replace junta
Guineans have reacted with shock after it was announced that presidential candidates would need to pay a deposit of 875m Guinean francs ($100,000; £75,000) to contest December's election, which should see the military leaders hand power to civilians.By Nicolas NegocePublished Oct. 24, 2025Guineans have reacted with shock after it was announced that presidential candidates would need to pay a deposit of 875m Guinean francs ($100,000; £75,000) to …
Guinea: Junta Imposes $100,000 Mandatory Fee On Presidential Candidates
By Enyichukwu Enemanna Guinea’s military government has imposed a compulsory fee of 875m Guinean francs ($100,000; £75,000) on all candidates seeking to contest in the country’s presidential election to usher in civilian rule. Head of the junta-led government, Col. Mamady Doumbouya has defended the high cost, saying it was needed to ensure only credible candidates take part in the December election. Critics and opposition figures have however re…
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