Memorial questions, still not resolved in Guinea! [Sayon Mara]

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Memory and Controversy​ in Guinea

The issue of memory plagues Guinea, with recurring debates and contrasting narratives surrounding pivotal historical figures and events. Sensitive and often contentious,⁣ these discussions frequently pit Guineans against each other.

The recent viral video featuring the Minister of National ⁤Defense⁤ highlighted the ongoing controversy surrounding memorial issues. The Minister ‍emphasized the need for ⁢unity and a shared understanding of history, citing the lack ⁣of conflict between historical figures like Almamy Samory Touré and‌ Alpha Yaya Diallo.

However, some disagree.‌ Amadou⁤ Diouldé ​Diallo contests the official narrative,‍ claiming that Alpha Yaya Diallo ​never⁤ led ‌any armed⁢ resistance ⁣against the French in Foutah. This sparks debate about‌ the very nature of historical events and ⁢the validity of existing narratives.

The ambiguity surrounding the ages of these historical figures further fuels the controversy. While some sources ⁣suggest a 20-year age gap between the two, ⁣others contradict this, casting doubt on the argument that they ‍never met.

The‌ fragmentation of Guinean memory stems from the ​lack of comprehensive ‍historical research and national reconciliation. The country needs a concerted effort to ‍reconstruct its shared past, acknowledging the diverse perspectives and conflicting narratives that exist.

Until such a⁢ “real work of memory” materializes, the memorial landscape in Guinea remains contentious, with many clinging ‌to the traditional narrative of Alpha Yaya Diallo as a prominent resistance leader.

Easy MARA, Juriste

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