On November 13, 2026, Guinean Prosecutor General Sidy Souleymane N'Diaye addressed the 40th anniversary of the Guinean Bar Association, emphasizing the crucial role of collaboration between lawyers and the public ministry in delivering quality justice. He acknowledged the challenges facing the country's judicial system, including slow procedures, prolonged detentions, insufficient resources, and incomplete execution of court decisions.
N'Diaye recalled his previous commitment to promoting unity in jurisprudence, a priority for the Supreme Court. He stressed that lawyers, as auxiliaries of justice, play a vital role in ensuring the proper administration of justice. The prosecutor general expressed his confidence in the Bar Association and the importance of their contributions to achieving a common goal: providing quality justice to the Guinean people.
The prosecutor general highlighted the shared responsibility of lawyers and the public ministry in defending individual freedoms and upholding the rule of law. He emphasized that their distinct roles do not hinder their collaboration and that they must work together to achieve their objectives. N'Diaye also paid tribute to generations of lawyers who have worked tirelessly to protect the rights of citizens, often in challenging circumstances.
N'Diaye outlined the fundamental principles guiding the administration of justice, including the right to a fair trial, the presumption of innocence, and the protection of individual liberties. He stressed that these rights must be defended and consolidated daily. The prosecutor general also emphasized the importance of the public ministry acting in accordance with the law and respecting the rights of citizens.
The prosecutor general identified several key areas that require attention, including the need for clear laws, respected procedures, and executed court decisions. He also highlighted the importance of equal access to justice and the independence of the judiciary, which is essential for building trust in the justice system. N'Diaye acknowledged the existing challenges, including slow procedures and insufficient resources, and called for collective action to address these issues.
To address these challenges, N'Diaye committed to making the resources of the public ministry available to ensure the proper administration of justice. He also invited lawyers and other stakeholders to work together to identify priority areas for improvement, including the training of justice actors, access to lawyers and courts for populations in remote areas, and the digitization of procedures.
The prosecutor general concluded by emphasizing the importance of collaboration between the Bar Association and the public ministry, assuring that the latter would remain a loyal and committed partner in promoting quality justice in Guinea. He encouraged stakeholders to work together to build a more effective and equitable justice system, which is essential for the country's development and the protection of citizens' rights.
Key points
- Prosecutor General Sidy Souleymane N'Diaye calls for collaboration between lawyers and public ministry to ensure quality justice in Guinea.
- The Guinean judicial system faces challenges, including slow procedures, prolonged detentions, and insufficient resources.
- N'Diaye commits to making resources of the public ministry available to ensure proper administration of justice.
