Fatshimetrie – Evaluation of political parties in Guinea: Issues and controversies
The evaluation of political parties in Guinea is a hot topic that arouses strong reactions within the country’s political class. Launched by the Guinean government, this evaluation aims to ensure the compliance of some 187 officially approved political groups. A monumental task that requires careful analysis of the criteria and methods put in place to evaluate each party.
The stated objective of this evaluation is laudable: to guarantee the transparency and legitimacy of political parties in Guinea. However, some political actors see this initiative as a maneuver intended to eliminate opposition forces and strengthen the hold of those in power. This perception is reinforced by the tense political context that the country has been going through since the junta led by General Mamadi Doumbouya came to power.
A central question arises: why launch a second evaluation of political parties barely a year after the first? Major political parties such as Cellou Dalein Diallo’s UFDG and Sidya Touré’s UFR, which had already been evaluated the previous year, are legitimately questioning the need for a new evaluation. The criteria used for this evaluation are also at the heart of the debates, particularly with regard to internal congresses and the methods of financing political parties.
The lack of regular internal congresses within certain political parties, such as the UFDG which has not held a congress since 2009, raises questions about the internal democracy of these groups. Likewise, the question of opaque financing of political parties is a sensitive subject which requires increased transparency to avoid any financial abuse.
In this complex context, it is crucial to guarantee an impartial and transparent evaluation of Guinean political parties. The authorities must ensure that this process is not exploited for political purposes, but that it truly serves the general interest by strengthening democracy and political governance in Guinea.
It is essential that political parties, whether in the majority or the opposition, actively participate in this assessment and collaborate constructively to strengthen the Guinean political landscape. The sustainability of democracy in Guinea depends largely on the credibility and legitimacy of the political parties that make it up.
Ultimately, the evaluation of political parties in Guinea is a delicate but essential process to consolidate democracy in the country. By guaranteeing transparency, impartiality and the participation of all political actors, this assessment could contribute to strengthening the legitimacy of political parties and promoting a culture of democratic governance in Guinea.