The number of mpox infections in Guinea has climbed past 200, health officials confirmed Friday, marking a troubling regional trend. Sory Keira, spokesperson for the National Agency for Health Security, reported 206 total cases, including 77 hospitalisations and one death since the outbreak began in September. The World Health Organization last month reaffirmed that mpox […]

The Bijagos Archipelago, a dazzling mosaic of islands off the coast of Guinea-Bissau, has officially been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, marking a historic milestone for the West African nation and its conservation efforts. The designation, announced during the 47th World Heritage Committee meeting in Paris, recognizes the archipelago’s exceptional biodiversity, rare coastal […]

Guinea’s military junta has announced that a constitutional referendum will take place on September 21, 2025, marking a significant step toward restoring civilian rule. This decision follows repeated delays and broken promises by the junta to organize the vote, which has fueled public frustration and opposition protests. General Mamadi Doumbouya, the junta leader, had previously […]

Families are currently recovering the bodies of their loved ones from a morgue in the Guinean city of N’zérékoré following a deadly stadium stampede that resulted in numerous fatalities. Related:Guinea: Tragic Stampede at Soccer Stadium Claims 56 Lives Jules Koevogui, a father of one of the victims, recounted his harrowing experience upon discovering his daughter’s […]

A devastating stampede at a soccer stadium in southern Guinea resulted in the deaths of fifty-six people and left several others injured, according to the government. Related:Guinea: Political Transition Will Not End on Dec. 31 The incident occurred on Sunday during a match, as clashes erupted among fans, prompting security forces to intervene. Communications Minister […]

Ousmane Gaoual Diallo, the government spokesperson, said the Guinean government intends to organize a referendum “before the end of this year to provide the country with a constitution” as a prelude to organizing the elections.