Guinea army celebrates 68th anniversary
The military reaffirmed its loyalty to President Mamadi Doumbouya during the event in Koubia.
Guinea's army marked its 68th anniversary on Sunday, November 1, 2026, with celebrations in Koubia. For the first time, the ceremony took place at the newly constructed military camp on the outskirts of the city. Citizens gathered at the infantry camp to join the festivities, which began with the raising of the national flag.
Civilian and military leaders addressed the attendees. The mayor of Koubia, Mamadou Malifa Diallo, welcomed participants, while the camp commander, Colonel Florent Olémou, recounted the army's history and highlighted reforms by President Mamadi Doumbouya. The secretary general of the prefecture, Sékou Keïta, conveyed the prefect's congratulations to the soldiers.
The celebration included prayers for peace and national unity by elder Elhadj Mamadou Saliou Diallo. A shared meal followed, and a gala match was planned between the defense forces and a team from the education and health sectors. The event aimed to foster closer ties between the army and the population.
Why it mattersThe army reaffirmed its loyalty to President Mamadi Doumbouya, showing continued support for the head of state.