Moussa Dadis Camara Sentenced for 2009 Massacre

Moussa Dadis Camara, the former military ruler of Guinea, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for crimes against humanity connected to the 2009 massacre of pro-democracy demonstrators in Conakry, where over 150 were killed and many women raped. The trial, which began in November 2022, involved testimonies from more than 100 victims and their families, leading to the reclassification of charges to crimes against humanity. Seven other military leaders were also convicted, with sentences ranging from 10 years to life imprisonment. The court mandated compensation for victims, reflecting a significant step towards justice in a country marked by impunity. Human Rights Watch and other rights organizations hailed the verdict as a historic moment for accountability in Guinea. This landmark trial is viewed as critical for setting a precedent against military rulers' abuses in the region.