Significant Convictions for Crimes Against Humanity in Guinea Responding to the recent convictions of eight individuals for crimes against humanity related to the tragic events of September 2009 in Conakry, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Samira Daoud, expressed cautious optimism. The verdict entails a significant moment almost fifteen years after the … Read more
What Happened to the Activists? Following the arbitrary arrest of two activists from the National Front for the Defence of the Constitution (FNDC), Samira Daoud, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for West and Central Africa, called for immediate action. Immediate Release Oumar Sylla and Mamadou Billo Bah have been held in secret detention against international law. … Read more
What initiative is the Church in Guinea taking to assist young people at risk of irregular migration? The Church in Guinea is providing “Free to Leave or Stay” information sessions for young people. Bishop Raphaël Balla Guilavogui stated the aim is to raise awareness of the challenges of irregular migration. How is the Episcopal Conference … Read more