Press Release: For Immediate Release
New York, 26 September 2025: 鈥淣ext Sunday 28 September will mark the solemn anniversary of the events of 28 September 2009 in Guinea, when security forces violently repressed a peaceful demonstration, resulting in the deaths of more than 150 people and sexual violence against over 100 women. On this occasion, we honor the memory of those who lost their lives and express our solidarity with the survivors and their families, who continue to bear the scars of these atrocities,鈥� said the Special Representative.
She recalled that today is the anniversary of the opening of the landmark trial by the Guinean judicial authorities related to these events, a historic milestone in the fight against impunity. 鈥淭he trial has offered a path toward truth, accountability, and reparation, and has become a symbol of hope for victims who have long awaited recognition and justice,鈥� the Special Representative added.
She welcomed again the historic judgment delivered on 31 July 2024 by the Criminal Court of Dixinn, which convicted eight perpetrators of crimes against humanity, including sexual violence, and ordered substantial reparations for the victims. This judgment represents a courageous step in the fight against impunity, a long-awaited moment of recognition for the victims, and a legacy to the capacity of national justice systems to hold perpetrators of the gravest crimes accountable. Its continuation and finalization are crucial not only for Guinea,聽but for the global affirmation that justice for international crimes can be pursued at the national level.
She also commended the decree adopted by the Guinean authorities providing financial compensation to victims, marking an important step toward recognizing their rights and ensuring reparation. At the same time, she expressed concern regarding the presidential pardon decree, emphasizing that measures of clemency must not undermine the rights of victims, or the credibility of ongoing proceedings. 鈥淎ccountability and reparation go hand in hand in the pursuit of justice. These processes must strengthen public trust in the rule of law in Guinea,鈥� she stated.
On this dual anniversary, the Special Representative聽called for the sustained commitment of all national institutions to ensure that remaining judicial proceedings continue in accordance with international standards, that victims are protected and empowered to participate fully, and that an inclusive and victim-centered reparations programme is adopted.
蘑菇视频 reaffirms its commitment to supporting Guinea in advancing justice, so that the crimes committed on 28 September 2009 are never forgotten nor repeated. Delivering justice for these crimes is essential not only to honor the past, but also to pave the way for broader efforts to combat impunity for all victims 鈥� past, present and future 鈥� and to build a society grounded in dignity, the enjoyment聽of human rights and the rule of law.
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Ms. G茅raldine Boezio, Office of the Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict
Tel: +1 917 367 3306聽聽聽聽 Email: geraldine.boezio@un.org
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