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The Ministry of Planning and Economic Development has officially de-registered and revoked the certificates of 19 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in Sierra Leone.
In a press release dated July 13, 2026, the Ministry stated that the revocations were issued with immediate effect due to persistent non-compliance with the NGO Policy framework and other statutory requirements.
The mass de-registration follows a nationwide comprehensive compliance verification exercise. According to the Ministry, this assessment revealed that several organizations failed to meet the minimum regulatory and operational standards required to maintain their legal status.
The Ministry cited the following specific grounds for revoking the certificates:
- The organizations failed to maintain identifiable office premises, which is a requirement under the NGO Policy.
- The organizations did not report any development interventions during the reviewed period.
- The organizations failed to comply with mandatory statutory obligations, government laws, and regulatory requirements that govern NGO operations.
The 19 organizations that have been de-registered include:
- 523 International Alliance for the Eradication of Malaria
- Caravanes Solidaires
- Friends International Inc.
- Institute Mozdahir International
- International Committee for the Protection of Human Rights and Freedom
- Ada Living Hope Orphanage
- Anti Bullying Initiative Worldwide
- Lungi Women and Children Organisation
- Needy Child Sierra Leone
- New Life Community Baptist Church
- Njawie Bengu Foundation
- Agency for Integrated Development – Sierra Leone
- Global Advocates for Children in Armed Conflicts, Inc. Sierra Leone Chapter
- Club of Health Actors – Sierra Leone
- Daughters Vocational Centre
- Nana Dee Foundation
- Public Service Life Foundation
- Zion Ministries
- Partnership Action for Community Empowerment (PACE)
The Ministry concluded its statement by noting that this regulatory crackdown is not meant to undermine the significant contributions made by NGOs that remain compliant with national regulations.
