Guinea’s transitional president, General Mamadi Doumbouya, pledged in his New Year’s address on December 31, 2024, to restore constitutional order by 2025. Doumbouya announced that the process would begin in the first quarter of the year with the signing of a decree to organize a constitutional referendum.
In his speech, Doumbouya highlighted his administration’s accomplishments over the past year and outlined a roadmap for the country’s future. He emphasized the need for strong, lasting institutions to protect Guinea’s democracy. The key elements of the transition include holding a referendum to adopt a new constitution that reflects the aspirations of the Guinean people and guarantees stable governance. Doumbouya also confirmed plans to organize presidential, legislative, and local elections in 2025, prioritizing transparency, inclusivity, and adherence to republican values.
The adoption of the new constitution is expected to mark the official end of the transition period and the restoration of constitutional order. The draft constitution will first be reviewed by a panel of Guinean experts before being submitted for approval by the National Transitional Council. According to Doumbouya, the referendum will ensure the new constitution is tailored to Guinea’s social, political, and economic realities.
Doumbouya also announced that a new electoral code would be finalized in 2025 to provide a legal framework for fair and efficient elections. In closing, he stressed the importance of peace and unity throughout the transition, saying, “Without lasting peace, we cannot achieve our goals. Together, in unity, we will build a modern and prosperous Guinea where the rights of all citizens are protected.”