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Financial Institution Regulatory Bodies in Guinea: A Regulatory Journey

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Guinea’s telecommunications sector has undergone significant reforms and developments, with the Autorité de Régulation des Postes et Télécommunications (ARPT) at the helm. The agency oversees licensing, regulation, and monitoring of telecommunications operators and service providers.

National Digital Development Strategy

According to the Stratégie Nationale de Développement du Numérique 2018-2022 (SNDN), Guinea aims to promote the development and use of ICTs for socio-economic growth. The main operators in the market are Orange, MTN, Cellcom, and Intercel, offering services such as:

  • Voice
  • SMS
  • Data
  • Internet
  • Mobile money

Challenges in Digital Transformation

Despite progress in digital transformation, Guinea still faces challenges in areas like:

  • Internet penetration and access
  • E-commerce growth
  • Digital payments
  • ICT infrastructure
  • Startups and innovation
  • Digital skills and education
  • Government digital initiatives

Key Indicators

Internet Penetration

Internet penetration has increased from 1.7% in 2015 to 5.8% in 2020, with mobile broadband and fixed wireless broadband being the main modes of access.

Mobile Connectivity

Guinea’s mobile connectivity rate stood at 89.6% in 2020, with 12 million active mobile subscribers.

E-commerce Growth

E-commerce growth has also shown promise, with the market size estimated at $10 million in 2020, growing at a rate of 20% per year. Main e-commerce platforms include:

  • Jumia
  • Afrikrea
  • Afrimarket
  • Kaymu

However, challenges persist, including:

  • Low trust
  • High delivery costs
  • Limited digital payment options
  • Lack of awareness about online shopping

Digital Payments

Digital payments have also gained traction, with the percentage of adults with accounts at financial institutions or mobile money service providers increasing from 10.8% in 2014 to 15.5% in 2017. Digital payment platforms include:

  • Orange Money
  • MTN Mobile Money
  • Cellcom Money
  • Intercel Money

Despite progress, challenges persist, including:

  • Low financial inclusion
  • High transaction costs
  • Lack of interoperability
  • Regulatory barriers

The Role of ARPT

The ARPT remains a crucial player in Guinea’s digital transformation journey, working to address these challenges and promote the development of the country’s telecommunications sector.