On October 6, 2026, Dr. Dansa Kourouma, the president of Guinea's National Assembly, addressed a conference on the theme "From Lawmaking to Application: Strengthening Effectiveness and Impact of Legislative Texts." The event was part of the second day of the parliamentary session's first week. Kourouma emphasized that laws should be instruments for transforming citizens' living conditions. He stressed that voting on laws is not enough; their understanding, application, and impact on populations must be ensured.
Kourouma highlighted that the Constitution alone is insufficient and must be complemented by organic laws that organize institutions and set objectives. He noted that some laws, although voted and promulgated by President Mamadi Doumbouya, have been slow to take effect. The speaker urged deputies to be in close contact with the population to understand their concerns and the direct repercussions of state decisions on citizens.
According to Kourouma, the National Assembly's role is to ensure that enacted laws are understood by the population, administration, and territorial collectivities. He emphasized that a deputy's effectiveness is not measured by their diplomas but by their ability to represent the population's interests. The ultimate goal, he said, is to improve citizens' living conditions through effective public action.
Kourouma also underscored the importance of parliamentary commissions in producing good laws, evaluating their impact, and controlling government action. He mentioned that President Doumbouya has ordered the construction of the National Assembly's seat to provide better working conditions for deputies, particularly those in commissions.
The speaker emphasized that a leader's first quality is vision, and in this case, the vision is to achieve development goals by 2040. However, he stressed that control is also crucial, as leaders must verify the accuracy of information and ensure that objectives are being met. Kourouma urged parliamentary commissions to go beyond simply voting on laws or questioning ministers.
Kourouma stated that parliamentary commissions have the authority to control government action within their areas of competence. He encouraged them to evaluate the impact of laws on the population and not just act as recording chambers for laws. This approach, he believes, will help ensure that laws effectively address the needs of the population.
The conference was attended by presidents and representatives of several West African parliaments, Guinean deputies, and officials from interparliamentary institutions. Kourouma's address aimed to inspire a more effective and impactful approach to lawmaking and implementation in Guinea. His call for a stronger focus on law implementation and evaluation reflects the government's efforts to improve the lives of Guinean citizens.
Key points
- Dr. Dansa Kourouma emphasizes the need for effective implementation and evaluation of laws.
- The speaker urges deputies to be in close contact with the population to understand their concerns.
- Parliamentary commissions are encouraged to control government action and evaluate the impact of laws.
