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The Ministry of Public Administration and Political Affairs (MoPAPA) has unveiled a Strategic Roadmap for Public Service Reforms, outlining key thematic areas aimed at creating a more effective and results-oriented public service architecture for Sierra Leone.
The official launch took place on December 13, 2024, at the Foreign Service Academy, Tower Hill, Freetown.
Speaking at the event, the Honourable Minister of Public Administration and Political Affairs, Amara Kallon, officially presented the roadmap, emphasizing its significance in transforming the country’s public service.
Minister Kallon reiterated the Ministry’s dedication to this transformation, which is a cornerstone of President Julius Maada Bio’s New Direction Administration.
“This reform agenda aligns with Pillar 5 of the Big Five Medium-Term National Development Plan (2024-2030), which focuses on governance and public sector efficiency,” Minister Kallon stated.
He further noted, “Sierra Leone is the only country in Africa with a dedicated Ministry of Public Administration, tasked with implementing critical reforms for the public sector.”
The Minister also expressed gratitude to key stakeholders, including MoPAPA staff and international development partners like the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the World Bank, for their contributions to Sierra Leone’s public service development.
Minister Kallon highlighted historical challenges that have hindered public service progress, such as the legacy of prolonged one-party governance, a decade-long civil war, and frequent regime changes, which have disrupted administrative consistency and efficiency.
The launch event brought together stakeholders from government ministries, international organizations, civil society groups, the media, and other institutions.
It marked a significant milestone in Sierra Leone’s journey towards public service reform, laying the foundation for a modernized, effective, and accountable public administration system.
