The Ministry of Fisheries and Maritime Economy (MPEM), in partnership with Karité & Co Holding Group, officially launched the Integrated Fisheries and Maritime Economy Management System (SIGPEM), named “Konkoé”, on Monday, 26 October 2026. The ceremony was held under the high authority of His Excellency Mamadi Doumbouya, President of the Republic of Guinea, and under the honorary chairmanship of Mr Djiba Diakité, Minister and Chief of Staff at the Presidency of the Republic.The ceremony was attended by General Amara Camara, Minister and Secretary-General of the Presidency of the Republic, alongside senior officials, representatives of the diplomatic corps, technical and financial partners, and numerous stakeholders from the fisheries sector. The event also featured artistic performances that added a vibrant cultural touch to the occasion.
Simplified Procedures for Users
In her address, Ms Fatima Camara, Minister of Fisheries and Maritime Economy, welcomed this major milestone and thanked the partners for their confidence in the digital transformation of the sector. She explained that the platform would simplify procedures for users, particularly the issuance of fishing licences and permits to access maritime zones, while enhancing transparency and service efficiency. The Minister urged officials within the department to fully embrace the tool and support users in adopting and using the platform.
A Gradual and Collaborative Rollout
Representing Karité & Co Holding Group, Mr Douda Koné reaffirmed his group’s commitment to working alongside the Ministry. He emphasised the importance of skills transfer, staff training, and a gradual rollout of the platform, in consultation with fisheries professionals, to ensure effective and sustainable implementation.
A Driver of Maritime Sovereignty
In his closing remarks, Mr Djiba Diakité recalled that administrative modernisation is an essential driver of economic development, maritime sovereignty, and improved public service delivery. He called for the effective implementation of SIGPEM throughout the national territory to ensure equitable access to services, enhance the value of fisheries resources, and strengthen the contribution of the blue economy to Guinea’s development.
With “Konkoé”, the MPEM takes a decisive step towards the modern, transparent, and sustainable management of the country’s maritime resources.
Source: MPEM
