By Marian Magdalene Bangura Strategic Communications Unit – MOICE
Freetown, Sierra Leone — June 24, 2025: Senior government officials have reported significant strides in implementing the recommendations of the Tripartite Committee, a pivotal body established in the aftermath of the June 2023 elections to address electoral tensions and foster national unity.
At the Ministry of Information and Civic Education’s weekly press briefing, Dr. Emmanuel Gaima, Senior Executive Adviser to the President on Public Sector Reform, alongside Tripartite Secretariat Head Ngolo Katta, outlined ongoing efforts and upcoming milestones tied to the committee’s work.
Dr. Gaima recounted that the Tripartite Committee was born out of the October 2023 Bintumani Conference, which sought to address concerns raised by the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) and the Electoral Commission. With backing from the UN Resident Coordinator Seraphine Wakana, the Committee developed eight strategic resolutions and a broader set of 80 recommendations. Among the landmark actions so far is the release of detainees under Recommendation 46, agreed upon after direct consultations with the APC.
Katta emphasized that the Committee’s work has been grounded in wide-ranging stakeholder engagement. Its steering committee has engaged parliamentarians, traditional leaders, civil society, and political representatives to produce a comprehensive report. He also revealed that a national dialogue is slated for July, with inclusive measures in place such as Braille documents and sign-language translations to ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities.
In parallel, the Secretariat is reviewing key legislative frameworks including the Electoral Commission Act, Police Act, and Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation Act. A functional assessment of the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) is also underway, with support from implementation trackers and alignment with the Office of National Security under Recommendation 80, which calls for a fully operational Tripartite Secretariat.
Both Dr. Gaima and Katta reaffirmed their dedication to a transparent process and shared commitment to ensuring that all committee findings are seamlessly woven into national governance and policy reforms.
These developments mark a critical step forward in rebuilding electoral credibility and strengthening democratic institutions in Sierra Leone, as the country moves toward sustained peace and inclusive governance.