On October 30, 2026, President Mamadi Doumbouya of Guinea issued a decree appointing several high-ranking officials to the Ministry of Sanitation, Hydraulics, and Hydrocarbons. This move is part of the government's efforts to strengthen the ministry's capacity to address the country's sanitation and hydraulic challenges. The appointments are aimed at improving the overall performance of the ministry and enhancing its ability to provide essential services to the citizens of Guinea.
The new appointees include Madame Aïssata Kaba, who has been appointed as the Conseillère principale, and Monsieur Fafolé Konaté, who takes on the role of Conseiller juridique. Other notable appointments include Monsieur Patrice Pépe Loï as Conseiller chargé des questions d'hydraulique, and Monsieur Mohamed De Camara as Conseiller chargé des questions d'assainissement. These officials bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their new roles, having previously served in various capacities within the ministry and other government agencies.
Docteur Mohamed Bangoura, formerly the directeur national des hydrocarbures, has been appointed as Conseiller chargé des questions d'hydrocarbures. Monsieur Boubacar Diallo, a seasoned gestionnaire, takes on the role of Conseiller chargé de mission. Additionally, Monsieur Youssouf Kanté has been appointed as Inspecteur général, while Madame Nankou Koulibaly assumes the position of Inspectrice générale adjointe. These appointments are expected to enhance the ministry's oversight and inspection capabilities.
The decree also appoints new directors and deputy directors to various departments within the ministry. Monsieur Alpha Amadou Soumaré, formerly the coordonnateur du projet de renforcement du système d'alimentation en eau potable de grand Conakry, has been appointed as Directeur national de l'hydraulique. Monsieur Abdourahim Barry, previously the directeur national adjoint des hydrocarbures, takes on the role of Directeur national des hydrocarbures. These appointments are aimed at strengthening the ministry's technical capacity and improving its service delivery.
Elhadj Mamoudou Barry, an expert in hygiène et assainissement at UNICEF Guinée, has been appointed as Directeur général de l'assainissement. Madame Mariama Bintou Fofana, a spécialiste en gestion de projets, assumes the position of Directrice générale adjointe de l'assainissement. These appointments are expected to enhance the ministry's capacity to address sanitation challenges and improve the overall cleanliness of the country.
The appointments also include Monsieur Souleymane Traoré as Directeur général adjoint de l'Agence nationale de salubrité publique, and Docteur Alassane Bâ as Directeur général du Bureau de stratégie et de développement. These officials are expected to play a key role in developing and implementing strategies to improve the country's sanitation and hydraulic infrastructure.
The new appointments are part of President Doumbouya's efforts to revitalize the ministry and improve its performance. The president's move is expected to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the ministry, enabling it to better address the country's sanitation and hydraulic challenges. The appointments are also seen as a step towards achieving the government's development goals and improving the quality of life for Guinean citizens.
Key points
- President Mamadi Doumbouya appoints new officials to the Ministry of Sanitation, Hydraulics, and Hydrocarbons.
- The appointments aim to strengthen the ministry's capacity to address sanitation and hydraulic challenges in Guinea.
- The new officials bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their new roles, having previously served in various capacities within the ministry and other government agencies.
