On Sunday, October 25, 2026, Guinea's Minister of Modernization of Administration and Public Service, Faya François Bourouno, launched the third phase of entrance exams for the country's first promotion of the École nationale d'administration (ENA). This phase, which consists of written tests, brings together over 500 candidates who were shortlisted after the previous phases. The ceremony took place at the Gamal Abdel Nasser University in Conakry.
According to Minister Bourouno, the ENA is an open school that aims to provide quality education to all. He emphasized that the selection process is based on merit and that the school's programs are designed to ensure excellence. The minister highlighted that the goal is to provide citizens with high-quality public services that are accessible to all. The ENA's programs are being developed in collaboration with international partners, including the École nationale d'administration publique (ENAP) of Canada.
The selection process for the ENA consists of four stages. The first stage involved a review of candidates' dossiers, while the second stage consisted of multiple-choice questions (QCMs) that were taken a few weeks ago. The results of the QCMs led to the selection of over 500 candidates who are now taking part in the written tests. Minister Bourouno explained that the written tests aim to assess the candidates' ability to write and express themselves clearly.
The written tests are being held at the Gamal Abdel Nasser University in Conakry, and Minister Bourouno was present to ensure that the exams are conducted smoothly. He expressed satisfaction with the organization of the exams and noted that the conditions for equal opportunities have been created. The minister also highlighted that the ENA's goal is to train competent cadres who can contribute to the modernization of the state and the improvement of public services.
Louise Picard, coordinator of international affairs at the ENAP of Quebec, Canada, expressed her satisfaction with the organization of the exams. She noted that the conditions for taking the exams are of high quality and that the ENAP was involved in the process to ensure that the exams meet international standards. Picard emphasized that the ENAP is collaborating with the ENA to support the development of a high-quality education program.
Candidates who are taking part in the exams are confident and hopeful about their chances of being selected. Mohamed Dramé, an teacher who is one of the candidates, expressed his confidence in the selection process and highlighted the importance of the ENA in contributing to the development of Guinea. He noted that the ENA has the potential to produce competent cadres who can contribute to the country's growth and development.
At the end of the written tests, 240 candidates will be selected to pursue their studies at the ENA. The goal of the ENA is to train competent cadres who can contribute to the modernization of the state, the improvement of public services, and the sustainable development of Guinea's administration. The ENA's programs are designed to meet international standards and to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute to the country's development.
Key points
- Over 500 candidates are competing for a spot in Guinea's first ENA promotion.
- The ENA's goal is to train competent cadres who can contribute to the modernization of the state and the improvement of public services.
- The selection process for the ENA consists of four stages, including written tests and multiple-choice questions.
