2025 Geneva Elections

The 2025 presidential election in Guinea was the first presidential election held since the military intervention in 2021. The electoral process was conducted with the aim of ending the transitional administration and institutionalizing the transition to civilian rule. The elections were carried out with Mamady Doumbouya, the head of the transitional government, as a candidate.

Security measures were heightened across the country during the electoral process, and administrative measures were implemented to preserve public order. During the campaign period, political activities were conducted under state supervision, with emphasis placed on public order and stability.

Candidacy and Voter Participation

Mamady Doumbouya ran as a candidate in the presidential election. Although multiple candidates participated in the election, Doumbouya, as the leader of the transitional government, remained at the center of the electoral process. Voters cast their ballots at polling stations established nationwide.

On election day, voting took place across the country, ballots were opened, and the vote counting process was carried out by official electoral authorities. Initial data on voter turnout were released immediately after polling stations closed.

Mamady Doumbouya (Anadolu Ajansı)

Provisional and Official Election Results

According to provisional results announced by official authorities, Mamady Doumbouya secured the vast majority of votes cast and ranked first in the presidential election. The announced results indicated that Doumbouya achieved a clear lead over his rival candidates. The election results were officially communicated to the public by the National Electoral Commission.

Provisional results showed that Doumbouya received a high percentage of votes, while rival candidates received only limited shares. It was stated that the finalization of the election results would proceed in accordance with the legal timeline.

National and International Reactions

Following the announcement of the election results, no large-scale incidents disrupting public order were reported in the country. The electoral process and its outcomes were closely monitored by international media outlets. Several international news agencies highlighted that these elections marked the first presidential vote since the 2021 coup.

International observers and foreign press emphasized that the electoral process formed part of Guinea’s broader political transition. Statements regarding how the new administration would restructure state institutions in light of the election results were widely disseminated to the public.

Process of Assuming Presidential Authority

Following the finalization of the election results, Mamady Doumbouya is expected to formally assume the presidency. The transfer of presidential powers will be conducted within the constitutional and legal framework. The new administration plans to restructure the functioning of state institutions in accordance with the election outcome.

The electoral process has been recorded as a key step toward reestablishing political order in Guinea following military rule.