The University Général Lansana Conté de Sonfonia in Guinea kicked off the 2026-2027 academic year on October 19, 2026, with a significant turnout of students. A delegation from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research visited the campus to assess the conditions of the new academic year. University officials reported a high level of mobilization among students, while new high school graduates discovered their new learning environment.
The first day of classes saw a substantial presence of students in lecture halls, a trend that was described as encouraging by Dr. Oumar Doumbouya, Director of Higher Education. He visited the campus on behalf of the Minister of Higher Education to oversee the start of the academic year. Dr. Doumbouya noted the students' presence in the visited lecture halls, the cleanliness of the campus, and ongoing renovation work.
Dr. Doumbouya emphasized the reforms implemented in the training programs, which have been renovated to better meet the needs of the job market. The goal is to enable over 80% of graduates to secure their first job. He called on teachers and researchers to continue their commitment to training human capital. University administrators, including Rector Professor Daniel Lamah, expressed satisfaction with the start of the academic year.
Rector Lamah highlighted the pedagogical preparations and the development of timetables to ensure the smooth progression of teachings. He also emphasized the modernization of the training system, including the integration of digital technology and the supervision of artificial intelligence in higher education. On the ground, teachers have observed a strong turnout from the start.
Mamadou Lamarana Bah, a teacher-researcher, explained that the first sessions are dedicated to presenting general concepts before the effective start of classes. He attributed this affluence to student mobilization and measures taken to facilitate the resumption of pedagogical activities. For new high school graduates, this back-to-school period marks an important step.
Tenin Fofana, a new student enrolled in history, expressed her joy at being able to pursue studies in a field she has been interested in since high school. She was pleased with the reception and conditions she discovered on campus. Mamadou Oury Bah, another new student, noted the difference between university life and his previous experiences in college and high school.
The University of Sonfonia is starting the 2026-2027 academic year with several ambitions, including improving the quality of training and the professional integration of graduates. The challenge will be to translate these orientations into concrete results.
Key points
- The University of Sonfonia has welcomed students for the 2026-2027 academic year with a strong turnout and enthusiasm on campus.
- University officials are committed to improving the quality of training and the professional integration of graduates.
- The university aims to enable over 80% of graduates to secure their first job.
