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The leadership of the Ministry of Health (MoH) engaged staff of the Emergency Hospital at an interactive meeting held at the hospital’s conference hall. On Thursday, 28th May 2026.
The engagement was led by the Deputy Chief Medical Officer-Clinical Services, Dr. med Mustapha S. Kabba; the Deputy Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Matron Haja; the Director of Hospital and Ambulance Services, Director Ibrahim Foday-Musa; and the National Coordinator for NEMS, alongside senior officials from the Ministry.
Furthermore, the meeting was organized to strengthen collaboration between the Ministry and Emergency Hospital management, discuss the implementation of the technical agreement guiding staff operations, and provide a platform for staff to openly discuss welfare and operational concerns affecting healthcare delivery at the facility.
Welcoming the Ministry leadership, the Hospital Manager of Emergency Hospital highlighted the long-standing partnership between the Ministry of Health and Emergency Hospital, noting that both institutions have worked together for over 25 years in delivering quality healthcare services to Sierra Leoneans.
She stated that discussions regarding the implementation of the technical agreement and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ministry and the Emergency Hospital have been ongoing, and she emphasized the need for staff to understand both the hospital’s regulations and their obligations as Ministry employees.
The Deputy Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Matron Haja, encouraged staff to be open and realistic during the engagement, stressing the importance of aligning with the goals and aspirations of the institution while maintaining professionalism and commitment to patient care. She further thanked staff for their dedication and assured them that the Ministry was present to better understand the challenges affecting their productivity, welfare, and mental wellbeing.
Additionally, Deputy Chief Medical Officer-Clinical Services at the Ministry of Health, Dr. med Mustapha S. Kabba, thanked Emergency Hospital and the Italian Government for their continued support to Sierra Leone’s healthcare system.
He emphasized the critical role healthcare workers play in saving lives and maintaining public trust in the health sector, while stressing the importance of discipline, punctuality, professionalism, teamwork, and ethical conduct. Dr. Kabba acknowledged the challenges healthcare workers face but commended staff for their sacrifices and dedication to quality healthcare delivery despite difficult circumstances. He also reassured staff that the Ministry remains committed to improving their welfare, training opportunities, working conditions, and professional growth.
The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks from the Hospital Matron, who expressed appreciation to the Ministry leadership for their engagement and emphasized the importance of reviewing aspects of the MOU related to absenteeism, bereavement, and lateness, while encouraging staff to remain committed to their duties.
