Guinean Satirist Souleymane Diallo, Founder of Le Lynx, Dies at 80

Souleymane Diallo, a prominent Guinean journalist, passed away at age 80. He founded and edited the satirical newspaper Le Lynx. The weekly paper used humor to investigate and caricature repressive leaders. Diallo’s reporting often put him at odds with authorities. He faced harassment and was briefly jailed for his work. Despite pressure, he continued to challenge power through satire. His death marks the loss of a bold voice for press freedom in West Africa. Colleagues remember him for his courage and relentless critique of authoritarian rule.