Guinea’s overthrown President Alpha Condé, has been flown to the United Arab Emirate for medical treatment. Condé who has been under house arrest since he was removed in a coup more than four months ago was accompanied by his doctor and two bodyguards. Guinea’s military ruler had said the former president could only travel overseas on medical…
Military officers who seized power in Guinea earlier this month have started talking with representatives of political parties. Opposition leader, Cellou Dalein Diallo and officials from the party of overthrown president Alpha Condé are taking part in the meeting. The coup leaders say the discussions would last for four days, with the aim of reaching a common…
Guinea’s main opposition leader, Cellou Dalein Diallo, has welcomed the removal of President Alpha Condé by the military. Diallo described the coup as an opportunity for a new beginning for the country. He added that the army completed the fight started by pro-democracy groups.
The coup leader in Guinea, Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, has announced plans to form a new government. Colonel Doumbouya did not set a time for his plan, but said a new union will be ready in a matter of weeks. Overthrown president Alpha Conde is still in detention, while Colonel Doumbouya has promised not to go after officials…