President Mamadi Doumbouya established Beyla and Siguiri as new administrative regions on Thursday, Aug. 20. The move was announced via an official act restructuring the country's territorial division. These areas previously served as prefectures.
Why it mattersThe restructuring changes the administrative hierarchy for local officials and residents in Beyla and Siguiri.
President Mamadi Doumbouya created 11 new prefectures on Thursday, Aug. 20. A regulatory act from the Minister of Territorial Administration and Decentralization will define their organization and operation.
Why it mattersThe decree grants these 11 localities the status of full-exercise administrative entities.
The High Council of the Judiciary permanently revoked Algassimou Diallo from the judiciary on Aug. 20. Diallo, a former general advocate at the Supreme Court, had been suspended on Aug. 18 for failing to meet statutory obligations.
Why it mattersThe decision ends the legal career of a magistrate known for his role in the trial regarding the events of Sept. 28, 2009.
Patients at the Ignace Deen hospital in Kaloum were ordered on Thursday to leave the facility within 72 hours. The order is part of a project to reconstruct and modernize the hospital.
Why it mattersPatients with medical probes and other critical needs are being forced to find alternative care during the reconstruction.
Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah signed the official bid dossiers for Guinea to host the 2032 and 2036 editions of the Africa Cup of Nations. The signature followed a working meeting dedicated to the candidacy.
Why it mattersThe bid seeks to bring the continental football tournament to Guinea for the first time in those specific years.