Former president’s return seen as test for country and population that still has 2011 bloody conflict fresh in memory.

President of more than 30 years had fought off several rebellions and was increasingly seen as silencing rivals.

Longtime president looking to extend three-decade rule as several opposition leaders urged supporters to boycott poll.

Death of Hamed Bakayoko robs President Alassane Ouattara of a political ally, adds uncertainty to the succession battle.

Legislative vote is the first test for President Alassane Ouattara’s party since his landslide re-election last year.

Opposition boycott and widespread violence mean Ouattara might risk losing legitimacy he fought for years to acquire.

Guineans are bracing for more post-election violence, despite Conde’s promises to ‘remain open to dialogue’.