The Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralization in Guinea officially launched the evaluation process for candidates applying for prefect and governor positions on November 5, 2026. This phase follows the preselection of applications submitted during the internal call for applications that began on September 14. The launch ceremony, presided over by Minister Djénabou Touré, took place at the ministry's meeting room.
Minister Djénabou Touré explained the rationale behind this process, emphasizing the importance of qualifying human resources in territorial administration. She highlighted that her mission, as outlined by the Prime Minister, focuses on local development and participatory governance, both of which rely heavily on human resources. The minister stressed that prefects and governors are crucial as they represent the Head of State and various ministerial departments in their respective localities.
The minister underscored the strategic role of territorial administrators, who must be highly qualified professionals capable of addressing a wide range of issues. Out of the applications received, over 700 civil servants applied for the position of prefect, while 28 applied for governor. Following the review of applications, 92 candidates were preselected for prefect positions and two for governor.
The evaluation process involves exams on key national themes, coordination of government action, and management of territorial dossiers, lasting three hours. Candidates who excel in this phase will be invited for an interview. The final list of candidates will then be submitted to the President of the Republic. Minister Touré clarified that the appointment of prefects and governors is at the discretion of the President, based on her proposals.
The evaluation process is a critical step in ensuring that only qualified individuals are appointed to these positions. The Ministry is committed to transparency and merit-based selection. Candidates who are successful in the evaluation and interview phases will be well-positioned to contribute to Guinea's local development and governance.
According to the minister, the results of the evaluation are expected to be announced on November 6, 2026, after the correction of exams. Successful candidates will then proceed to interviews before the final list is transmitted to the President through the Prime Minister. This process aims to enhance the quality of leadership at the local level.
The recruitment process for prefects and governors in Guinea is designed to strengthen the country's territorial administration. By focusing on qualification and merit, the government seeks to improve local governance and development. The Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralization plays a pivotal role in this process, ensuring that selected candidates meet the required standards.
Key points
- The evaluation process for prefect and governor positions in Guinea involves exams and interviews to assess candidates' qualifications.
- Over 700 civil servants applied for prefect positions, and 28 for governor, out of which 92 and 2 were preselected, respectively.
- The appointment of prefects and governors is at the discretion of the President of the Republic, based on proposals from the Minister of Territorial Administration and Decentralization.
