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The Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MoICE) and Fourah Bay College (FBC), University of Sierra Leone, have taken a significant step toward strengthening practical learning and student development through a renewed and expanded Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The revised agreement, signed at the Minister’s Office on the 8th Floor of Youyi Building in Freetown, places strong emphasis on equipping students and staff with real-world skills in civic engagement, media practice, and public sector collaboration.
Leading the respective delegations were Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, and Assistant Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Fourah Bay College, Elizabeth Kamara.
At the heart of the renewed partnership is a shared commitment to bridge the gap between academic theory and professional practice. The agreement introduces expanded opportunities for student exchange programmes, hands-on training in communications and civic education, and closer engagement between students and government institutions.
Minister Chernor Bah highlighted that the updated MoU moves beyond dialogue to tangible outcomes that will directly benefit young people.
“This is about creating pathways for students to gain practical experience while contributing to national development,” he noted, emphasising the importance of preparing a new generation of informed and active citizens.
Fourah Bay College representatives underscored the gains already made under the 2025 agreement, particularly in communication and media-related initiatives, and expressed optimism about the broader scope of the new partnership.
“We are building on a solid foundation. This expanded collaboration will allow us to focus more on capacity building and ensure our students are better prepared for the demands of today’s workforce,” said Brima Bah.
A key feature of the agreement is the integration of civic education into academic programmes, ensuring that students not only gain professional skills but also develop a strong sense of national responsibility and civic awareness.
The inclusion of international exchange programmes further signals a forward-looking approach, offering both students and staff exposure to global best practices and academic networks.
Through this renewed collaboration, MoICE and Fourah Bay College aim to create a more dynamic learning environment-one where knowledge is shared across institutions, practical skills are strengthened, and students are actively engaged in shaping Sierra Leone’s democratic and developmental future.
The ceremony concluded with the formal exchange of signed documents, marking the beginning of a deeper, more impact-driven partnership focused on education, empowerment, and national progress.
