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In Egypt, Chérif Mohamed Abdallah prays for peace in Guinea

By , based on Mosaiqueguinee

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While on a work trip to Egypt, Chérif Mohamed Abdallah Haïdara, president of the Organised Group of Businessmen (GOHA International), prayed for peace and unity in Guinea at the Al-Azhar Mosque. GOHA’s communications unit said he also expressed wishes for the country’s development and fraternity among peoples.

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