Guinean Market Women’s Revolt - a podcast by Its a Continent

This week we're in Guinea, looking at how the actions of market women went on to shape the policy of their nation through standing up against corruption. The cohesive nature of these demonstrations goes to show how market women became the most powerful collective group within their society. The revolt inspired other Guineans to speak up against Toure's oppressive regime, seeing him release political prisoners, culminating in an end to his ambition. The Guinean Market Women's revolt is remembered on August 27th, with Guinean young women and girls reminded of the power and influence they possess.
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Sources for further reading:
International Women's Rights Action Watch
The gallant market women of Guinea who shocked and changed autocratic leader Sekou Toure in 1977
Guinea - eDiplomat
Guinea: Masks, Music and Minerals - by Bram Posthumus

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