Tragedy Strikes at Guinea Football Stadium

A stampede at a local football tournament in Nzerekore, Guinea, resulted in at least 56 deaths. The chaos erupted after a referee's red card led to stone-throwing and the use of tear gas.

Many victims were children and young people, overwhelming the local hospital. The match was part of a campaign by the military junta, led by Mamady Doumbouya, which faces criticism for human rights violations.

Calls for accountability have been made, with promises of investigations into the tragedy. Doumbouya, who has not fulfilled his promise to return to civilian rule, leads a country rich in bauxite resources.

Amidst this turmoil, Guinea continues to grapple with issues of governance and human rights.