On September 24, Guinea's Prime Minister Bah Oury urged members of the government to change their approach in managing public policies as part of the budget program reform. This call was made during a meeting at the Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Budget, where several ministers gathered to discuss the modernization of public management. The meeting focused on finalizing ministerial programs and aligning them before validation. Various departments presented their proposals, highlighting the need for a more effective and efficient management system.
The Minister of Economy, Finance, and Budget emphasized that the budget program is a strategic tool for implementing government priorities and the development vision of President Mamadi Doumbouya, as outlined in the Simandou 2040 program. She stressed the importance of having the same tools to improve the preparation, execution, and monitoring of public spending. This would enable better management of public resources and enhance accountability.
Prime Minister Bah Oury revealed the government's ambition to complete the transition to the budget program by December 31, 2026, allowing for a full transition starting January 1, 2027. He emphasized that this reform should not be limited to technical changes in budget management but rather involve a shift in how government members conceive and conduct public policies. This requires a change in mindset and approach, focusing on policies rather than available resources.
According to Bah Oury, this evolution will necessitate a change in behavior within the administration. He stressed that it is not just the department heads who need to adapt but also the entire cabinet and decision-making bodies within a ministry. The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of these exchanges, which allow for a deeper understanding of the technical aspects of budget preparation, execution, and control.
The meeting was part of a series of discussions aimed at ensuring a smooth transition to the new budget program. Several ministers and department heads presented their proposals, which were reviewed and discussed. The goal is to ensure that all government departments are aligned and working towards the same objectives, as outlined in the Simandou 2040 program.
The Minister of Economy, Finance, and Budget also emphasized the need for a more rigorous and effective approach to public spending. This includes better preparation, execution, and monitoring of expenditures, as well as a greater focus on results. By adopting this approach, the government aims to improve the management of public resources and enhance transparency and accountability.
Prime Minister Bah Oury concluded by emphasizing the importance of this reform in modernizing public management in Guinea. He called on government members to be more focused on public policies and to adopt a new approach in their work. The success of this reform will depend on the ability of government departments to adapt and work together towards common goals.
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- Guinea's Prime Minister Bah Oury has called for government departments to change their approach in managing public policies under new budget program reforms.
