IUSY condemns the coup in Guinea

IUSY expresses its prominent concern for what is happening in the Republic of Guinea, condemns the attempt to cancel the constitution with violence, and asks for the relief of President Condé and the return of constitutional order through dialogue between the civil and political parties.

The IUSY has noted with concern the coup that took place in Guinea Conakry last week. The military seized power from the government and unilaterally arrested President Alpha Condé, without any due process. The military furthermore released opposition party members that were imprisoned by President Conde during his 3 terms as the democratically elected president of Guinea Conakry. IUSY acknowledges the glaring inconsistencies with regard to democracy and the limitations with regard to freedom of political association that existed in the country prior to the coup. IUSY condemns the utilization of armed forces and the violent takeover of the state outside of a democratic process.

IUSY echoes the calls for the restoration of democratic rule, peace, and stability in Guinea Conakry and furthermore advocates for the release of President Conde. The organization pledges its unwavering support and solidarity with the youth of Guinea Conakry.

The IUSY furthermore would like to entrench and lobby for the following forms of interventions from the Army:

1. The convening of a series of social dialogues to unite the people of Guinea.
2. The creation of a transitional government as soon as possible to facilitate democratic and transparent elections.
3. The review of the Guinean constitution before the presidential election, and the implementation of an age limit of 65 years for presidential candidates.

IUSY also calls upon progressive blocs such as ECOWAS and the AU to intervene decisively with regards to the current impasse in Guinea Conakry to avoid bloodshed and chaos.

The IUSY furthermore reaffirms its commitment to democracy and self-determination of African countries, whilst ensuring that a conducive environment that embraces freedom and economic development is attained.