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The Government of Sierra Leone has announced transformation plans for the Government Printing Department through a new joint venture with private partners from China and Canada, aimed at repositioning the institution as a key driver of economic growth.
Government Printer Salifu Lahai Suma detailed the reforms during the Ministry of Information and Civic Education’s weekly press conference on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, at Bonthe Municipal Hall.
Mr. Suma said the public-private partnership is designed to move the department beyond its administrative role, enabling it to operate competitively, generate revenue, create jobs, and attract local and foreign investment.
“The Government Printing Department is no longer seen only as a support arm of government administration. It has the capacity to operate competitively, generate income, create jobs, and contribute meaningfully to national development,” he said.
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He added that the government retains majority ownership while leveraging the technical expertise, modern technology, and financial capacity of its partners. The arrangement also emphasizes skills transfer, with local staff receiving training to enhance productivity and professionalism.
Suma highlighted sustainability as a core objective, noting that the reforms aim to make the department self-sustaining while supporting government operations and contributing to the wider economy.
The transformation forms part of broader government efforts to reform state institutions, strengthen public-private partnerships, and stimulate economic diversification across key sectors.
