Guinea's administrative structure divides the country into 8 regions, which constitute the first level of governance in a three-tier system. These regions serve as the primary administrative divisions responsible for implementing national policies at the sub-national level and coordinating public services across their territories. Regional authorities oversee essential functions including healthcare delivery, education administration, infrastructure development, and agricultural programs. They act as intermediaries between the central government in Conakry and the lower administrative levels, facilitating resource allocation and ensuring policy coherence throughout their jurisdictions. Each region encompasses multiple prefectures and communes, making them crucial for decentralizing governance and bringing administrative services closer to local populations across Guinea's diverse geographic landscape.