Guinea’s transitional government is preparing for a key milestone in its return to civilian rule as the National Transitional Council (NTC) finalizes plans to officially present the draft constitution to President Mamadi Doumbouya on June 28 at the People’s Palace in Conakry. The handover marks a significant step in the West African nation’s roadmap toward restoring democratic governance following the 2021 military coup. The draft, unanimously adopted by all 80 NTC members on April 9, 2025, is the product of a participatory and expert-led consultation process. It lays the groundwork for institutional reforms and paves the way for a constitutional referendum now scheduled for September 21, 2025.
At a strategic meeting held on June 23 and chaired by NTC President Dr. Dansa Kourouma, stakeholders finalized protocol and logistics for the high-level ceremony. Organizers hope the event will galvanize public interest in the draft constitution, with participation from youth groups, women’s organizations, and civil society actors. The revised timeline comes amid mounting domestic and international pressure to accelerate the democratic transition, initially promised for completion by the end of 2024. In his New Year address, President Doumbouya reaffirmed that commitment, which has since gained momentum with the arrival of electoral materials and preparations to update the voter register, including for Guineans abroad.
However, the opposition has raised concerns over the pace and inclusiveness of the process. Political figure Lansana Faya Millimouno warned that the rushed electoral calendar lacks sufficient dialogue and risks sidelining key stakeholders. Despite these criticisms, the June 28 ceremony is being positioned as a moment of national unity and a turning point in Guinea’s journey toward constitutional order and democratic renewal.
