In a New Year’s address delivered on December 31, 2024, Guinea’s transitional president, General Mamadi Doumbouya, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to returning the country to constitutional governance. He announced that the process would begin in early 2025 with the signing of a decree to organize a constitutional referendum.
Doumbouya reflected on the progress made during the transitional government’s tenure and laid out a roadmap for Guinea’s political future, centered on creating strong institutions to underpin a sustainable democracy. A key element of this plan is the adoption of a new constitution through a referendum designed to reflect the aspirations of the Guinean people and provide a stable foundation for governance.
The president also confirmed that Guinea would hold presidential, legislative, and local elections in 2025, promising a process rooted in transparency, inclusivity, and adherence to republican principles. The adoption of the new constitution will officially conclude the transitional period and restore constitutional order.
To ensure the new constitution aligns with Guinea’s unique social, political, and economic realities, Doumbouya stated that the draft would undergo a review by a panel of Guinean experts before being submitted to the National Transitional Council and then to the public for a vote.
Doumbouya further announced plans to finalize a new electoral code in 2025. This legal framework, he said, would guarantee fair and efficient elections, reinforcing the country’s democratic foundations.
In his address, Doumbouya emphasized the importance of national unity and peace in achieving Guinea’s long-term goals, urging citizens to work together for the country’s future.
“Without lasting peace, we cannot achieve our objectives,” he said. “Together, in unity, we will build a modern and prosperous Guinea where the rights of all citizens are protected.”
The year 2025 is poised to be a transformative chapter in Guinea’s history as the country takes decisive steps toward democracy and constitutional order under the leadership of its transitional government.