A decree published on October 26, 2026, by Guinea's national television announced the appointment of new members to the Autorité guinéenne de l'aviation civile (AGAC) board. The appointments include high-ranking officials from various government ministries, representatives from the aviation sector, and resource persons. The board will be chaired by Dr. Kouramoudou Keita, the deputy director general of the Budget, representing the Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Budget.
The newly appointed members include Madina Diawara, the deputy national director of Land Transport, representing the Ministry of Transport; M'Ballou Morgan Sylla, a police commissioner and deputy central director of the Border Police, representing the Ministry of Security and Civil Protection; and Ousmane Alexis Diallo, representing the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Handicrafts. Other members appointed are General Yacouba Touré, the chief of staff of the air force, representing the Ministry of National Defense; Mohamed Lamine Bangoura, the chief of cabinet of the Ministry of Urbanism, Housing, and Territorial Planning; and Kadiatou Bah, representing Brussels Airlines and the Burkina Faso Association of Airline Representatives.
The board also includes Hadja Oumou Diallo, a former technical advisor to the Ministry of Transport. In addition to these appointments, three specialists in the aviation sector have been designated as resource persons. They are Mamadi Kaba, an aviation engineer and former director general of Civil Aviation; Mohamed Soumah, a telecommunications engineer for aeronautics and second secretary general of the Roberts firm; and Faya Fara Tolno, an airport construction engineer and former director general of Civil Aviation.
The appointment of these new members is expected to bring expertise and experience to the AGAC board. The board's composition reflects the Guinean government's efforts to ensure representation from various stakeholders, including government ministries, the aviation sector, and experts in the field. The AGAC plays a crucial role in regulating and overseeing civil aviation in Guinea.
The Ministry of Transport, in collaboration with other relevant ministries, will work closely with the AGAC to implement policies and regulations that meet international standards. The appointment of Dr. Kouramoudou Keita as chairman of the board is significant, given his experience in the public sector and his role in the Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Budget.
The new board members will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of aviation policies, ensuring compliance with international regulations, and promoting the development of the aviation sector in Guinea. Their expertise and experience are expected to contribute to the growth and modernization of the country's aviation industry.
The Guinean government's efforts to strengthen the AGAC and the aviation sector are expected to have a positive impact on the country's economy and connectivity. The appointment of new members to the AGAC board is a significant step towards achieving these goals.
Key points
- Dr. Kouramoudou Keita appointed as chairman of the AGAC board.
- New members appointed from various government ministries and the aviation sector.
- Three specialists in the aviation sector designated as resource persons.
