Historical Events tagged with "lansana conte"
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General Strike Against President Lansana Conté
Protesters in Guinea initiated a general strike demanding the resignation of President Lansana Conté. The strike was a response to widespread dissatisfaction with Conté's government, specifically regarding issues of corruption, inflation, and deteriorating living conditions. Labor unions played a key role in organizing this mass mobilization. The strike significantly disrupted daily life and drew attention to the various grievances affecting the populace. Striking workers called for increased wages and better working conditions, while demonstrations spread throughout the country.
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