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The leadership of Sierra Leone’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC-SL) and the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) have reaffirmed their commitment to enhanced cross-border cooperation following a high-level engagement held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the LACC Headquarters in Monrovia.
The meeting brought together the Commissioner of ACC-SL, Francis Ben Kaifala Esq., and his Liberian counterpart, Counsellor Zoe Alexandra. Discussions centred on strengthening the effective implementation of the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that binds the two institutions and facilitates collaboration and mutual assistance.
Both commissions continue to benefit from improved cooperation anchored on the MoU, which provides a legal and operational framework for joint anti-corruption actions. Key provisions of the agreement include personnel exchange, joint training initiatives, access to technical expertise, and “borderless investigation” protocols that enable the pursuit of corruption cases across national boundaries.
The framework has significantly contributed to closing loopholes that previously allowed illicit financial flows and corrupt individuals to evade justice by moving across borders and concealing stolen assets.
Speaking after the meeting, Commissioner Kaifala emphasised the practical impact of the partnership, stating that it goes beyond formal agreements. He noted that personnel exchange and shared expertise have enhanced the capacity of both institutions to detect, investigate, prosecute, and hold accountable individuals involved in corruption more efficiently.
He further underscored the need for a unified and robust approach in tackling corruption, which he described as a major challenge confronting both nations.
In her remarks, Counsellor Zoe Alexandra expressed appreciation for the continued support provided by ACC-SL, describing it as vital to the LACC’s efforts. She highlighted the importance of experience-sharing, noting that Sierra Leone’s anti-corruption journey offers valuable lessons for Liberia in areas such as asset tracing and recovery, asset declaration, corruption prevention, public education, and enforcement.
She described the MoU as a strong bond reflecting the shared commitment of both countries to transparency and accountability.
The collaboration between ACC-SL and LACC forms part of a broader trend, as anti-corruption institutions across Africa continue to draw lessons from the notable progress made by Sierra Leone in combating corruption.
