Guantanamo Kid: The True Story of Mohammed El-Gharani

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2019
Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Mohammed El-Gharani, a young man with roots in Chad, faces limited prospects in Saudi Arabia due to his perceived second-class status. Despite his entrepreneurial spirit, he faces restrictions in healthcare, education, and the full realization of his potential. At the age of 14, after saving money as a street trader, Mohammed takes a chance to pursue education in Pakistan. However, his journey takes a tragic turn when he is unjustly detained during a raid on his local mosque in Karachi. He is sold to the American government by the Pakistani forces, falsely portrayed as a member of Al-Qaida with ties to Osama Bin Laden. Mohammed, unaware of these allegations, is flown to Kandahar and then transferred to Guantánamo Bay.

In Guantánamo Kid, Jérôme Tubiana and Alexandre Franc present an eye-opening and heart-wrenching account of Mohammed's life as one of the youngest detainees at Guantánamo Bay. Through their storytelling, they shed light on the harsh realities and injustices faced by Mohammed and the countless others who were held captive in the notorious detention facility. The book delves into the circumstances leading to Mohammed's capture, his treatment during interrogation, and the lifelong consequences of his wrongful imprisonment. It highlights the systemic flaws and abuses that occurred within the Guantánamo detention system and the urgent need for accountability and closure.

Mohammed's story serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of seeking justice and equality for all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances. It underscores the need to address the legacy of Guantánamo Bay and work towards a world where the rights and dignity of every person are respected and protected.

Weight: 464g
Dimension: 173 x 240 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781910593660