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The Ministry of Public Administration and Political Affairs (MoPAPA) has launched a comprehensive 2026 transformation agenda.
The initiative aims to overhaul the civil service through data-driven management, enhanced training, and legislative reform.
Presiding over a high-level summit of national agencies, the Honourable Minister Amara Kallon unified the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO), the Public Service Commission (PSC), the Civil Service Training College (CSTC), and the Wages and Compensation Commission (WCC) under a single strategic roadmap.
“Our success depends on seamless collaboration,” Minister Kallon stated, emphasizing that the reforms are designed to create a more efficient, skilled, and accountable public service that directly benefits the citizens of Sierra Leone.
The 2026 agenda is built upon three transformative pillars aimed at correcting long-standing systemic inefficiencies:
The “GoSL HR Hub” (National Headcount): Led by Director of Public Administration Momoh Conteh, the government will launch the nation’s first verified, centralized database of all public employees. This hub is designed to eliminate ghost workers, identify critical skill gaps, and ensure transparency in human resource planning.
Establishment of a Public Service Academy: Moving beyond traditional training, the current Civil Service Training College (CSTC) will be elevated into a full-scale Public Service Academy (PSA). This institution will focus on the continuous upskilling and reskilling of personnel to meet the demands of modern governance.
Legislative & Ethical Frameworks: The Ministry is fast-tracking the Public Service Bill and a new Ministerial Code of Conduct. These documents will formally define the rights, responsibilities, and career pathways for all civil servants, ensuring integrity across all levels of government.
The launch saw a rare convergence of various sectors, with representatives from the Directorate of Public Sector Reform, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCTI), and civil society groups all pledging their support.
By integrating the efforts of the Wages and Compensation Commission with the Public Service Commission, the government hopes to create a data-driven ecosystem where performance is accurately measured and fairly rewarded.
This coordinated effort marks a significant shift toward a revitalized Sierra Leonean civil service, promising a future of improved service delivery and institutional excellence.
