The 2026-2027 school year was officially launched on October 5, 2026, in Dinguiraye, Guinea. A total of 306 primary schools and 20 secondary schools are expected to open their doors to 45,800 and 9,333 students, respectively. The Direction préfectorale de l’Éducation has deployed teams to oversee the start of the school year in the urban commune and seven sub-prefectures of Dinguiraye.
A mission led by Mme Sylla Fatoumata Baldé visited 13 primary schools and two secondary schools in the urban center to assess the readiness of the establishments. The team checked pedagogical and administrative documents, as well as the effective preparation of classes. They found that school preparation notebooks had been approved by school administrators and that programmed teachers had taken up their posts and started teaching.
The mission also evaluated the state of school infrastructure. However, they noted that the Ibrahima-Kourouma primary school in the Manden neighborhood was in a state of disrepair. The team called on authorities, local residents, and well-wishers to contribute to its rehabilitation. The mission was accompanied by the préfecture's secrétaire général, Ibrahima Sall, the chef de cabinet, and the maire of the urban commune.
During the visit, the secrétaire général congratulated and encouraged students for attending school on the first day of the new academic year. The launch of the school year in Dinguiraye is part of a broader national effort to improve education in Guinea. Similar events were reported in other regions, including Dabola, Kindia, Tombolia, and Kankan.
In Dinguiraye, the authorities have made efforts to ensure a smooth start to the school year. The Direction préfectorale de l’Éducation has worked to prepare schools for the new academic year. However, challenges persist, particularly in terms of infrastructure. The rehabilitation of schools like Ibrahima-Kourouma will be crucial to providing a conducive learning environment for students.
The Guinean Press Agency (AGP) reported that the launch of the school year was marked by a sense of enthusiasm and commitment from students, teachers, and administrators. The authorities have emphasized the importance of education in Guinea's development and have called on all stakeholders to work together to improve the quality of education.
As the school year progresses, it is expected that the authorities will continue to monitor the situation and address any challenges that may arise. The launch of the school year in Dinguiraye and other regions of Guinea marks an important milestone in the country's efforts to improve education and provide opportunities for its young people.
Key points
- The 2026-2027 school year has begun in 326 establishments in Dinguiraye, Guinea, with 45,800 primary school students and 9,333 secondary school students expected to attend.
