Domani Doré is a Guinean politician born in 1983, trained as a philosopher with a degree from Lansana Conté University of Sonfonia. Her impressive political career includes positions as Minister of Sports at 29 years old, spokesperson for the presidential party RPG Rainbow Alliance, member of parliament and first parliamentary secretary in the National Assembly until the 2021 coup d'état.
Alongside her political career, she has been committed to youth and women through various organizations, and co-founded Dom Consulting, a firm specializing in political coaching in French-speaking Africa. Recognized by numerous distinctions as one of the most influential personalities in West Africa, this mother of three daughters continues to defend her political convictions and promote a vision of governance based on inclusion and development.
Introduction
Guinean politician with an impressive career, Domani Doré has established herself as an essential figure on Guinea's political scene. Born in 1983, this philosophy graduate has climbed the ranks to occupy strategic positions within the state apparatus and the ruling party. Here is a portrait of a committed woman whose influence extends beyond her country's borders.
Education and Political Engagement
After graduating with a degree in Philosophy from Lansana Conté University of Sonfonia in 2008, Domani Doré quickly embraced a political career, following in the footsteps of her father, Dirus Diaré Doré. He had created the RDR party in 2009 and ran in the 2010 presidential election, finishing fifth in the first round before joining the Rainbow Alliance. This alliance supported Alpha Condé, who eventually won the presidential election.
This period marked the beginning of Domani Doré's political rise. With her father appointed Minister of Communication in the new government, she joined the central committee of the RPG (Rally of the Guinean People) Rainbow Alliance, President Alpha Condé's party.
Political Ascension
Domani Doré's political journey accelerated in 2013 when she became campaign director for the RPG candidate in the Matoto electoral district. Her skills and commitment earned her an appointment as Minister of Sports in 2014, at only 29 years old, becoming one of the youngest ministers in the Guinean government.
In 2015, she led the campaign in the Lola constituency for the re-election of President Alpha Condé, contributing to his victory for a second term. After leaving the government, she founded the political movement "Audacious Guinea" and ran in the 2018 municipal elections. This initiative was successful as she was elected municipal councilor of Matoto in 2019, obtaining three seats including that of first deputy mayor.
Her political career took a new turn in 2020 when she was appointed deputy national director of the RPG Rainbow Alliance campaign directorate for the dual referendum and legislative elections of March 22. She also held the position of permanent secretary of the Democratic Coalition for the New Constitution (CODENOC) and the Democratic Coalition for Change in Continuity (CODECC).
President Alpha Condé then entrusted her with the strategic role of spokesperson for the presidential party, making her the first woman to hold this important position. Her growing influence led to her being elected as a deputy and becoming the first parliamentary secretary in the National Assembly of the Republic of Guinea, positions she held from April 22, 2020, to September 5, 2021, the date of the military coup that overthrew President Alpha Condé.
Committed Activist
Alongside her political career, Domani Doré distinguished herself through her activism for youth and women. After her studies, she held several leadership positions in youth organizations:
- Head of the Mano River Union Youth Parliament
- Spokesperson for the College of Young Leaders of Guinea
- External representative of the Youth Parliament of La Francophonie
- Vice-President of the Association of Young People of Mandingo
Her commitment to women's causes has also been reflected in her participation in several international organizations:
- Member of Women Political Leaders (global network of women politicians) since 2018
- Country Ambassador for the global "Lead like a Girl" campaign initiated by former President of Malta, Maria Coleiro
- Member of the Organization of Former Women Ministers of Africa (OFAMA)
- President and co-founder of the Women and Politics Forum
- Founder of the League of Women Entrepreneurs of Guinea (LIPAG), a network of young women entrepreneurs
Expertise in Political Coaching
After her time in government and parliament, Domani Doré put her experience to work for others by co-founding Dom Consulting, a firm specializing in political coaching in French-speaking Africa. This firm offers programs such as "Becoming a Woman of Power" and "Political Ascension," designed to support leaders, elected officials, and candidates in their first candidacies or in the exercise of their mandates.
Her individual and tailored coaching approach has allowed her to accompany more than 255 people across Africa and the world in two years. She also helps political parties, institutions, and governments in developing strategic plans to promote female leadership in governance.
Defense of Alpha Condé's Regime
As spokesperson for the RPG Rainbow Alliance, Domani Doré distinguished herself by her unwavering defense of President Alpha Condé's regime. Facing challenges from the National Front for the Defense of the Constitution (FNDC) in February 2020, she firmly supported the president's legitimacy: "The people of Guinea who have subscribed to a democratic approach, through elections to elect their head of state, know what a mandate in progress is. The legitimacy of the President of the Republic, as an institution of our country, does not suffer from any illegitimacy linked to a mood swing of certain individuals."
After the military coup of September 5, 2021, which overthrew President Alpha Condé, Domani Doré remained faithful to her political commitment. In April 2023, she called for mobilization "to put an end to this confiscation of power through human rights violations" by the CNRD (National Committee for Rally and Development), the military junta led by Colonel Mamadi Doumbouya.
She also denounced the incarceration of RPG Rainbow Alliance leaders, including Ibrahima Kassory Fofana, Amadou Damaro Camara, Mohamed Diané, Oyé Guilavogui, and Ibrahima Kourouma, as well as "violations of spousal rights during the funeral of the late Mrs. Condé Djéné Kaba," Alpha Condé's wife.
Recognition and Awards
Domani Doré's commitment and leadership have been recognized by numerous distinctions:
- Ranked among the 50 most influential personalities in West Africa by INFLUENCE magazine in Senegal (September 2018)
- Best Female Hope Award 2012 at the Night of Excellence for Guinean Women
- Exceptional Leader 2014 by Cope Guinea
- Ranked among the 10 most influential young women in Guinea in 2017
- Katala Political Success Model Award, Exceptional Laureate 2017
- CEPROMAF Forest Best Leadership Excellence Award 2018
- Certificate of Recognition from the Junior Chamber International Conakry Leaders in recognition of her qualities as a Woman Leader in Guinea (March 2018)
Personal Life
Beyond her political and professional career, Domani Doré is a married woman and mother of three daughters. She firmly believes "that it is possible to combine personal ambition and societal commitment." Her mission is "to help tomorrow's leaders assert themselves, dare to pursue their candidacies, and fully thrive while contributing to more inclusive governance."
Conclusion
Domani Doré's journey illustrates the emergence of a new generation of women politicians in Africa, determined to occupy key positions in their country's governance. Through her various political and associative engagements, she has positioned herself as an essential figure on the Guinean political scene.
Despite the political upheavals that Guinea has experienced in recent years, notably the coup d'état of September 2021, Domani Doré continues to defend her convictions and promote a vision of politics based on inclusion and development. Her expertise in political coaching, particularly for women aspiring to leadership positions, contributes to shaping the next generation of leaders in French-speaking Africa.
