African Development Bank donates equipment to Guinea-Bissau government
The donation aims to modernize public administration and improve service delivery to citizens.
Guinea-Bissau's Minister of Public Administration, Assucénia Donate de Barros, announced on October 21, 2026, that the African Development Bank (AfDB) has donated computer equipment and furniture to the government. The donation, part of the Support Project for Public Administration Management (PAGAP), includes office desks, chairs, and conference room furniture. This initiative is intended to enhance working conditions and strengthen the operational capacity of public services.
Minister de Barros stated that the equipment is crucial for institutional strengthening and improving administrative efficiency. She emphasized that public administration reform requires not only resources but also commitment, responsibility, transparency, and dedication from all stakeholders. The government reaffirmed its commitment to continuing reforms aimed at strengthening public institutions and improving the quality of services provided to the population.
The minister thanked the AfDB and all partners involved in the project's execution. She also urged those responsible for using the equipment to ensure its proper conservation and maintenance to achieve the expected results. The reform aims to build a more modern, efficient, organized, and citizen-oriented administration.
Why it mattersPublic servants in Guinea-Bissau will have improved working conditions and tools to perform their duties more efficiently.