In Guinea, President Mamadi Doumbouya issued a blanket pardon for 217 prisoners on Friday, October 2nd, coinciding with the national holiday. The pardons include Aliou Bah, a prominent opposition figure, marking a potential gesture towards political conciliation. The decree represents a total remission of sentences for those affected. While the full list of those released hasn’t been entirely detailed, the inclusion of Bah is a significant development. This act of clemency comes amid ongoing political transitions in Guinea following recent events. The President’s office stated the pardons were granted in the interest of national cohesion and strengthening social harmony within Guinea.