Following the death of Sidya Touré in Paris on September 25, his family chose to bury him in the country where he spent most of his administrative career and where he had been living in exile for nearly five years. Touré, a former high-ranking official in Guinea, had been living abroad after falling out with the government in his home country. His decision to return for burial reflects both personal and political considerations. A member of Touré’s former political party, which had dissolved earlier this year, stated that a burial in Guinea was "inconceivable" due to the "humiliations" he endured "from the Guinean authorities." This sentiment highlights the ongoing tensions between Touré and the current government in Guinea, which he had previously served under before being forced into exile. The arrival of Sidya Touré’s body in Abidjan, the economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire, is scheduled for this Friday, October 2. This event is expected to draw attention from both local and international observers, as it underscores the complex relationship between political figures and their countries of origin. The choice of Côte d'Ivoire as the final resting place for Touré also reflects the country’s role as a regional hub for political exiles and a place of refuge for those seeking stability. Touré’s life and career have been marked by significant political transitions, and his burial in Côte d'Ivoire will be seen as a final chapter in a life spent navigating the shifting dynamics of West African politics. His legacy will be remembered by those who knew him, as well as by those who follow the political developments in the region.