Guinea Dismisses 173 Soldiers for Desertion in Major Military Shake-Up

Guinea has dismissed 173 military personnel for alleged desertion in one of the country’s notable military shake-ups in recent years.

Among those affected is Colonel Michel Lamah, an officer linked to the 2021 military coup that brought President Mamadi Doumbouya to power.

The dismissals were announced through a presidential decree and have attracted attention because of the involvement of officers connected to Guinea’s military leadership.

The government has described the affected personnel as having deserted their duties.

The development comes as Guinea continues its transition under military rule and faces pressure over its political future.

The latest move could further reshape the country’s military establishment as the government seeks to tighten control and maintain discipline within the armed forces.