Mouctar Bah feted for 30 years at RFI, 38 at AFP
A surprise party in Conakry celebrated the veteran journalist's long career with Radio France internationale and Agence France-Presse.
Veteran journalist Mouctar Bah was surprised on Friday, October 30, 2026, in Conakry with a celebration marking his 30 years with Radio France internationale (RFI) and 38 years with Agence France-Presse (AFP). Dr. Safiatou Diallo orchestrated the event at the Centre international de recherche et documentation (CIRD), initially deceiving Bah into believing he was helping plan a party for her husband.
Bah arrived at the CIRD unaware he was the guest of honor, only to find family, friends, colleagues, and collaborators gathered. Video testimonials and speeches praised his experience, humility, helpfulness, and humor. Dr. Diallo, the event's initiator, expressed her delight at Bah's surprise and the heartfelt tributes.
Overwhelmed, Bah shared his emotion and gratitude, recalling significant events in Guinea he covered, including elections since 1998, rebel attacks on borders, and political demonstrations for freedom of expression and democracy. He described the tributes as touching and a profound reflection on his career.
Why it mattersMouctar Bah, a journalist covering Guinea for decades, was honored for his extensive professional career.