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Guinean political figures' medical travel authorizations

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On September 10, the Special Prosecutor of the Court for the Repression of Economic and Financial Offenses (CRIEF) in Guinea authorized former Prime Minister Ibrahima Kassory Fofana and former National Assembly President Amadou Damaro Camara to travel abroad for medical care. The authorization was granted for health reasons and was noted to have no impact on their ongoing judicial proceedings. Fofana is facing charges of money laundering and illicit enrichment, while Camara is also subject to judicial proceedings. By September 18, former Prime Minister Fofana was medically evacuated to Paris, France, via a medical aircraft chartered by President Mamadi Doumbouya. His legal counsel stated the special flight was required due to the severity of his medical condition. Fofana had previously been sentenced to three years and nine months of imprisonment following an appeal. On September 19, President Doumbouya addressed the nation to clarify the nature of the medical evacuations for both Fofana and Camara. He described the decision as an exceptional ‘act of humanity’ prompted by documented health concerns. The President emphasized that the authorization does not constitute an amnesty, a pardon, or a legal negotiation, reaffirming that previous judicial decisions and convictions remain fully in effect. He stated that while the state must uphold the law, it must also not be ‘without heart’ when facing human suffering. Further details confirmed that Amadou Damaro Camara, who was sentenced to three years and six months for embezzlement and corruption, departed for Atlanta, United States. ~~Camara has indicated an intention to return in early November.~~ On September 21, the decision sparked debate among Guinean political figures. While some, such as deputy Abdoulaye Kourouma, viewed the move as a sign of political de-escalation, others disagreed.

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