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The Sierra Leone Reporters Union (SLRU) has officially received its revised 2025 Constitution, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s efforts to strengthen governance, accountability, and the welfare of journalists across the country.
The finalized document was formally handed over to SLRU President Yeanor Kabia and her executive team by Ishmail Saidu Kanu Esq, Chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee.
The handover concludes months of nationwide consultations, drafting, and meticulous review. While an initial draft was adopted during the SLRU’s maiden Annual General Meeting (AGM), several amendments proposed by members during those deliberations have now been harmonized and integrated into the final text by the review committee.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Chairman Kanu described the drafting process as transparent and inclusive. He noted that the new constitution embodies the “true voice and interests of reporters in Sierra Leone,” adding that the document’s completion fulfills a core manifesto pledge made to the union’s membership.
President Kabia commended the review committee for its dedication and professionalism. She emphasized that the revised framework will provide a robust foundation for effective executive governance and the protection of reporters’ rights.
The 2025 SLRU Constitution consists of 15 comprehensive articles that govern the union’s core operations, including its aims and objectives, membership structure, electoral procedures, regional coordination, and financial management.
Notably, the new constitution introduces strict guidelines regarding the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, alongside comprehensive conflict-of-interest regulations designed to bolster integrity and professionalism within the media landscape.
The SLRU executive announced that the finalized document will soon be presented to the general membership at an official meeting to initiate full dissemination and implementation.
