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The Sierra Leone Police Hospital in Kingtom has received a major boost to its healthcare services following the installation of advanced ophthalmology equipment, enhancing its capacity to deliver quality eye care to police officers and the surrounding community.
Commissioned on Thursday, October 16, 2025, the upgraded eye unit is now equipped with state-of-the-art tools, including a slit lamp, ophthalmoscope, pen torch, and fibre otoscope.
According to the Deputy Director and Medical Superintendent of the hospital, ASP Dr. John Mumuneh Konteh, the new technology will significantly improve the early diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of eye conditions.
To further promote access to care, Dr. Konteh announced a free eye screening and glasses distribution exercise scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The outreach is expected to benefit hundreds of people, especially those unable to afford professional eye care.
“This initiative not only enhances our clinical capabilities but also demonstrates our commitment to serving the wider public,” Dr. Konteh said.
The eye care upgrade forms part of broader reforms introduced by the Inspector General of Police, Mr. William Fayia Sellu, aimed at aligning the Sierra Leone Police with global standards of modern policing, with a strong focus on health and community welfare.
Dr. Konteh further emphasized that registration for the screening exercise is free and encouraged all eligible individuals to participate. He added that the continued expansion of the Police Hospital underscores a deliberate effort to integrate healthcare into policing , prioritizing prevention, accessibility, and professionalism.
