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The Honourable Minister of Finance, Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura, has been recognised as African Government Minister of the Year 2025 at the 15th Edition of the African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year Awards.
This prestigious continental accolade highlights Minister Bangura’s steadfast leadership, bold reform agenda, and commitment to strengthening economic governance in Sierra Leone. The award recognises his efforts in promoting fiscal stability, driving sustainable development, and implementing transformative policies within the Ministry of Finance.
The recognition not only signals public endorsement at home but also underscores Africa-wide appreciation of the strides Sierra Leone is making under his stewardship.
Minister Bangura is set to be formally honoured at the POTY 2026 Ceremony in Accra, Ghana, under the theme: “Leadership for a New Africa: Forging Our Peace, Owning Our Narrative.” The ceremony promises to bring together distinguished leaders from across the continent to celebrate exemplary public service and visionary leadership.
This recognition marks a proud moment for Sierra Leone, reaffirming the nation’s growing influence and the positive impact of sound economic management on the continent.
Congratulations, Honourable Minister Bangura, for elevating Sierra Leone’s standing in Africa through visionary leadership and dedication to national progress
That’s external validation, and has no good effect on the majority of Sierra Leoneans. The award is baseless and without use. It’s the country that you govern should validate you because they are the one feeling the condition not the whimsical outside the scenario.