By Fatima Kpaka
Sierra Leone – December 2, 2025: Hon. Dickson Momoh Rogers, Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Transport and Aviation, has presented a comprehensive report to Parliament following a high‑level stakeholders engagement held earlier this year at the Atlantic Hotel, Lumley Beach Road.
The forum, convened on June 4, 2025, brought together senior government officials, parliamentary leadership, regulatory agencies, private‑sector operators, civil‑society organisations, development partners and other key industry stakeholders. It served as a strategic platform for dialogue and collaboration on the future of Sierra Leone’s transport and aviation sector.
Key Themes of Discussion
According to Hon. Rogers, the engagement focused on:
- Digital transformation in logistics
- Sustainable aviation fuels and green technologies
- Smart infrastructure development
- Maritime trade efficiency
- Public‑private partnerships (PPPs)
- Road‑safety enforcement
- Inclusive community engagement
Participants acknowledged progress across several sub‑sectors but also highlighted persistent challenges requiring urgent policy and operational attention.
Central Message
Hon. Rogers emphasized that the central outcome of the deliberations was the need for a strengthened collaborative framework. Public‑private partnerships were identified as a key driver for innovation, modernization and sustainable financing. Stakeholders also stressed the importance of:
- Enhancing regulatory oversight
- Improving safety standards across all transport modes
- Accelerating technological adoption to align Sierra Leone with global best practices
Recommendations
The report outlines proceedings, insights and recommendations, calling for strategic parliamentary interventions to:
- Address financing barriers
- Support advanced technologies
- Reinforce institutional coordination
- Ensure transport and aviation initiatives empower communities and contribute to national development goals
Next Steps
The report is now before Parliament for consideration, marking a pivotal step towards building a more integrated, sustainable and resilient transport system for Sierra Leone.