For an explanation of how to read this resource, please refer to the guide at the bottom.
AI Regulation
There is no regulation specifically governing AI in the country.
Definitions of AI
As the country is yet to establish AI regulations, there is no formal definition of AI.
Core Principles
As the country is yet to establish AI regulations, there is no formal statement of core AI principles.
Public Consultations
Based on publicly available information, we have not found evidence of invitations for public input on AI governance in the country.
Existing Legal Framework
A non-exhaustive list of regulations that might affect AI in the country includes:
- Constitution of Guinea1
- Vision 2040 for a Prosperous and Emerging Guinea (Vision 2040 pour une Guinée Émergente et Prospère)2
- Digital Road Map3
- National Sustainable Development Strategy (Stratégie Nationale du Développement Durable), dated February 20194
- Electronic Transactions Law (Law L/2016/035/AN)5
- Cybersecurity and Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. L/2016/037/AN)6
Human Rights
The UDHR was adopted by the UN General Assembly on 10 December 1948. Its principles are considered universal and applicable to all UN member states. As a member of the UN, Guinea has committed to upholding the principles of the UDHR. The Constitution of Guinea includes provisions that protect fundamental human rights.7 Article 12 guarantees the right to privacy (secrecy of correspondence and communication, and protection of private life). Other protections include the rights to dignity (Article 5), life (Article 6), freedom of expression (Article 7), equality (Article 8), health (Article 15), work (Article 20), and education of youth (Article 23). Guinea has ratified several key international human rights instruments, including the ACHPR, ICCPR, and ICESCR. Additionally, the country has ratified the Malabo Convention.
Regulators
A non-exhaustive list of regulators that might impact AI in the country includes:
- Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Digital Economy (Ministère des Postes, des Télécommunications et de l'Economie Numérique) (MPTEN)8
- Regulatory Authority for Posts and Telecommunications (Autorité de Régulation des Postes et Télécommunications) (ARPT)9
- Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation (Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur, de la Recherche Scientifique et de l'Innovation) (MESRSI)10
- National Agency for State Digitalisation (Agence Nationale de Digitalisation de l’Etat) (ANDE)11
- National Agency for Information Security Systems (Agence Nationale de la Sécurité des Systèmes d'Information) (ANSSI)12
- Guinean Institute for Standardisation and Metrology (Institut Guinéen de Normalisation et de Métrologie)13
- National Independent Human Rights Institution (Institution Nationale Indépendante des Droits Humains) (INIDH)14
R&D and Multi-Stakeholder Initiatives
Based on publicly available information, we have not found evidence of significant investments or multi-stakeholder initiatives on AI within the country.
Professional/Industry Associations
Based on publicly available information, we have not found evidence of professional or industry associations dedicated to AI in the country.
Advisory Bodies and Expert Groups
Based on publicly available information, we have not found evidence of advisory bodies or expert groups dedicated to AI in the country.
Guide
- AI Regulation: The term "regulation", as used in this resource, encompasses measures ranging from binding laws to national AI policies and strategies, government proposals, advisory guidelines, and industry standards that address AI systems and their implications.
- Existing Legal Framework: This section outlines the relevant legal framework, excluding any AI-specific regulations presented in the initial section.
- Human Rights: The following terms have the stated meanings: "ACHPR" means the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, "ICCPR" means the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, "ICESCR" means the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, "Malabo Convention" means the African Union Convention on Cyber Security and Personal Data Protection, "UDHR" means the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and "UN" means the United Nations. Any reference to an “Article” or “Section” of the Constitution is to the version of the Constitution referenced herein.
- Advisory Bodies and Expert Groups: This section excludes legislative and parliamentary committees.
