Guinea-Bissau: Towards social paralysis in the face of the government's unfulfilled promises.

Faced with an already tumultuous political situation, the opposition in Guinea-Bissau has decided to play the threat card: "If the government does not respond to our demands, we will paralyze the country." To listen to political leaders, it seems that promises of change, formulated in soothing speeches, are coming up against a deafening wall of silence. Tensions are palpable and the political thermometer is soaring, suggesting a crisis that could lead to a real social cataclysm.

Broken promises: popular discontent

In recent months, the citizens of Guinea-Bissau have witnessed, with disillusionment, a government promise of reform that seems to be nothing more than a chimera. At each election, leaders use and abuse a speech abundant in promises of improving living conditions, but once in power, what happens? The same evils persist, and the people are abandoned to their sad fate. Degraded roads, access to education and health care have become privileges for a few, while the majority continue to live in precarious conditions. Anger is brewing, and it does not take more for a spark to ignite the powder keg.

A divided opposition: ally or enemy?

Ironically, the opposition, while united by its passion for democracy and the well-being of citizens, is struggling to agree on a strategy. Between internal quarrels and political maneuvering, the opposition apparatus sometimes seems more fragmented than a line of dominoes ready to collapse. Divergences over how to carry out their threat of paralysis make their narrative less credible. Citizens are wondering: can they really make a difference? At a time when popular mobilization could be the key to change, the opposition's internal battle could do more harm than good.

The consequences of paralysis: between risk and promise

Paralyzing the country may be a dream, but it also has dramatic consequences. A country at a standstill is a country where the economy is collapsing. The average citizen, who is already struggling to make ends meet, risks seeing his situation worsen. The risks of violence and repression loom on the horizon, and the social repercussions could be disastrous. Yet, in this impasse, some believe that there are no miracle solutions without sacrifices. For change to come about, the people must stand as a shield against authoritarianism, while being careful not to fall into the trap of violence.

Finally, Guinea-Bissau is at a turning point in its political history. The choices that will be made in the coming days, both by the government and the opposition, will shape the future of the country. The people, for their part, are still waiting for their promises to become reality, but for how long?