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Statistics Sierra Leone has certified enumerators and supervisors for completing the Sierra Leone Integrated Household Survey (SLIHS) 2025.
The ceremony took place at the Family Kingdom in Aberdeen to honor their dedication and outstanding performance.
The event officially marked the successful conclusion of the rigorous one-year SLIHS data collection effort. The SLIHS is part of a broader World Bank initiative to promote growth in low-income countries. It provides the vital foundation for monitoring poverty and shaping effective policies across Sierra Leone.
Statistician General Andrew Bob Johnny underscored the survey’s pivotal role. “This data tracks poverty trends and directly informs interventions by government and development partners,” he stated. He further pledged Stats SL’s commitment to producing quality, collaborative, and objective data, emphasizing a focus “transcending politics and tribe for genuine development.”
He praised the field teams’ resilience in ensuring the survey’s success and urged them to maintain their professional standards. The Statistician General concluded with assurances of their continued engagement in future national surveys.
Additionally, Director of Survey A.B. Gegbe applauded the teams for remarkable progress despite field challenges. He noted the certification ceremony itself was a novel and positive development within Stats SL’s operations, thanking leadership for supporting the year-long project.
Supervisors and enumerators from across Sierra Leone shared reflections from the frontline. They cited navigating cultural sensitivities, diverse opinions, network issues with digital tools, and hard-to-reach areas as significant challenges overcome.
The ceremony concluded with the awarding of Certification to Sierra Leone Integrated Households Survey (SLIHS) Field Personnel.
