Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone

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πŸ–¨οΈ ECSL Joins National Stakeholders at the Grand Opening of the Refurbished Government Printing Department πŸ“ FreetownπŸ—“οΈ ...
29/05/2026

πŸ–¨οΈ ECSL Joins National Stakeholders at the Grand Opening of the Refurbished Government Printing Department
πŸ“ Freetown
πŸ—“οΈ Friday, 29th May 2026

The Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) participated in the official opening ceremony of the refurbished Government Printing Department (GPD), represented by the Executive Assistant to the Chief Electoral Commissioner and Chairman, Mr Dominic Tucker.

The landmark event, organised by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education in collaboration with the People’s Republic of China through the Chinese Embassy in Sierra Leone, was held under the theme: β€œPrinting the Future of Sierra Leone.”

The ceremony was graced by the Hon. Vice President, Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, who delivered the keynote address, performed the ribbon-cutting ceremony, and led a guided tour of the modernised GPD facilities.

The event brought together Ministers, Members of Parliament, Government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, including the Chinese Ambassador to Sierra Leone and Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to China, alongside other distinguished guests.

Highlights of the occasion included a documentary presentation showcasing the transformation of the Government Printing Department over the years, as well as a vibrant joint Sino-Sierra Leonean cultural performance celebrating the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two nations. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±πŸ€πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³

πŸ—³οΈ ECSL Provides Logistical Support for Guinea’s Legislative and Municipal Elections in Sierra Leone πŸ“ Sierra LeoneπŸ—“οΈ Fr...
29/05/2026

πŸ—³οΈ ECSL Provides Logistical Support for Guinea’s Legislative and Municipal Elections in Sierra Leone
πŸ“ Sierra Leone
πŸ—“οΈ Friday, 29th May 2026

The Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) wishes to inform the general public that it is providing logistical support to the Electoral Commission of Guinea, through the Guinean Embassy in Sierra Leone, for the conduct of Guinea’s Legislative and Municipal Elections for registered Guinean nationals resident in Sierra Leone.
The elections are scheduled for Sunday, 31st May 2026, across designated polling centres in Bo, Kenema, Kono, Kabala, Makeni, Kambia, Western Rural, and Western Urban.
This support is in line with the ECOWAS Network of Electoral Commissions (ECONEC) framework aimed at strengthening cooperation among Election Management Bodies within the West African sub-region.

ECSL clarifies that its assistance is limited to logistical support, including the provision of vehicles, drivers, and access to designated voting centres and stations for the electoral exercise. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±πŸ€πŸ‡¬πŸ‡³

πŸ“ ECSL Media Centre, Penthouse, HQ – Tower Hill πŸ—“οΈ Thursday, 28th May 2026πŸ—³οΈ ECSL Convenes Political Parties Liaison Com...
28/05/2026

πŸ“ ECSL Media Centre, Penthouse, HQ – Tower Hill πŸ—“οΈ Thursday, 28th May 2026
πŸ—³οΈ ECSL Convenes Political Parties Liaison Committee Engagement
Happening Now: 28 May 2026
The Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) is hosting a Political Parties Liaison Committee (PPLC) engagement aimed at strengthening dialogue, collaboration, and stakeholder participation in the electoral process.
The engagement brings together representatives of political parties and key electoral stakeholders to discuss matters relating to democratic governance, electoral preparedness, and the promotion of peaceful and credible elections in Sierra Leone. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±πŸ—³οΈ
The presence and participation of the All Peoples Congress (APC) party in today’s PPLC meeting manifest the commitment to resume its participation in the electoral process and partnership with the ECSL – a stance the Chief Electoral Commissioner and Chairman warmly and publicly appreciated

πŸ—³οΈ ECSL Successfully Conducts Paramount Chieftaincy Election in Dodo Chiefdom, Kenema District πŸ“ Dodo Chiefdom, Kenema D...
24/05/2026

πŸ—³οΈ ECSL Successfully Conducts Paramount Chieftaincy Election in Dodo Chiefdom, Kenema District
πŸ“ Dodo Chiefdom, Kenema District
πŸ—“οΈ 23rd May 2026

The Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL), in collaboration with the Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs (MLG&CA), successfully conducted the Paramount Chieftaincy Election in Dodo Chiefdom, Kenema District.

Four qualified candidates contested the election. Following the first round, which did not produce an outright winner, a runoff election was conducted between:
πŸ”Ή Gegbai Karim Mohamed
πŸ”Ή Kpakra Faba Sulaiman

The process recorded the participation of over 800 Traditional Authorities, reflecting strong engagement in local governance and democratic participation.

The election was monitored and validated by appointed Assessor Chiefs in accordance with the Chieftaincy Act, 2009, alongside senior officials from ECSL and MLG&CA, ensuring transparency, credibility, and adherence to traditional and legal procedures.

To further strengthen public confidence in the process, the Election Observation Network (EON) was formally accredited under the Public Elections Act, 2022, with six accredited observers independently monitoring the election.

ECSL remains committed to delivering free, fair, transparent, and credible elections across Sierra Leone. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±πŸ—³οΈ

πŸ” ECSL Engages Office of National Security Ahead of 2028 Multi-Tier Elections Thursday, 21st May 2026 β€” The Chief Electo...
22/05/2026

πŸ” ECSL Engages Office of National Security Ahead of 2028 Multi-Tier Elections
Thursday, 21st May 2026 β€” The Chief Electoral Commissioner and Chairman of the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL), Edmond Sylvester Alpha, accompanied by fellow Commissioners, paid a courtesy visit to the leadership of the Office of National Security (ONS) at their headquarters on Tower Hill, Freetown.

The engagement forms part of ECSL's strategic preparations for the 2028 Multi-Tier Elections. Discussions centred on:

βœ… Strengthening election security frameworks
βœ… Enhancing risk assessment and early warning systems
βœ… Improving inter-agency coordination
βœ… Addressing emerging digital threats to the electoral process
βœ… Protecting every citizen's right to participate in democracy

The CEC & Chairman reaffirmed ECSL's commitment: "A secure electoral environment is fundamental to credible elections. ECSL remains committed to working closely with our security partners to ensure that the 2028 general election is peaceful, inclusive, and trusted by all Sierra Leoneans."

Together, we build the foundation for elections that every Sierra Leonean can trust. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±

πŸ›οΈ ECSL Strengthens Institutional Collaboration with Audit Service Sierra Leone Ahead of 2028 Elections πŸ“ FreetownπŸ—“οΈ Thu...
22/05/2026

πŸ›οΈ ECSL Strengthens Institutional Collaboration with Audit Service Sierra Leone Ahead of 2028 Elections
πŸ“ Freetown
πŸ—“οΈ Thursday, 21st May 2026

The Chief Electoral Commissioner and Chairman of the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL), Mr Edmond Sylvester Alpha, together with fellow Commissioners, paid a courtesy visit to the leadership of the Audit Service Sierra Leone as part of ongoing preparations toward the 2028 Multi-Tier Elections.

The engagement underscores ECSL’s commitment to strengthening public confidence through prudent, transparent, and accountable management of electoral resources.

During the meeting, the CEC & Chair highlighted the importance of the continued partnership, technical expertise, and guidance provided by Audit Service Sierra Leone in enhancing the Commission’s financial management systems and internal controls.

Mr Alpha also expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in ECSL’s strategic direction, reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of fiscal discipline, accountability, and electoral integrity. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±πŸ—³οΈ

πŸ“Œ ECSL remains committed to transparent, credible, and inclusive elections.

πŸ—³οΈ ECSL and SLAJ Strengthen Partnership for Credible and Responsible Electoral Reporting πŸ“ SLAJ Headquarters, FreetownπŸ—“οΈ...
20/05/2026

πŸ—³οΈ ECSL and SLAJ Strengthen Partnership for Credible and Responsible Electoral Reporting
πŸ“ SLAJ Headquarters, Freetown
πŸ—“οΈ Wednesday, 20th May 2026

The Chief Electoral Commissioner and Chairman of the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL), Mr Edmond Sylvester Alpha, alongside Electoral Commissioners Alex Saffa and Abubakar Koroma, paid a courtesy visit to the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) in Freetown.

Welcoming the delegation, SLAJ President, Alhaji Manika Kamara, expressed appreciation for the visit and reaffirmed SLAJ’s commitment to building a strong and professional partnership with ECSL aimed at promoting balanced, factual, and unbiased electoral reporting in support of democracy and good governance.

Discussions also highlighted the importance of combating misinformation and disinformation through the use of media fact-checking tools such as I-Verify.

In his remarks, the CEC and Chairman, Mr Edmond Sylvester Alpha, described the media as a vital pillar of democracy and a guarantor of peace, emphasising the importance of strengthening collaboration between ECSL and SLAJ. He further noted that the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two institutions will be reviewed to enhance cooperation ahead of future electoral processes.

The engagement reaffirmed the shared commitment of ECSL and SLAJ to promoting free, fair, credible, and transparent elections in Sierra Leone. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±πŸ—³οΈ

πŸ•ŠοΈ Stakeholders Dialogue Paves Way for Peaceful Paramount Chieftaincy Election in Gbonkolenken Masakong Chiefdom πŸ“ Masak...
19/05/2026

πŸ•ŠοΈ Stakeholders Dialogue Paves Way for Peaceful Paramount Chieftaincy Election in Gbonkolenken Masakong Chiefdom
πŸ“ Masakong Town Court Barray, Tonkolili District
πŸ—“οΈ 19th April 2026

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs (MLGCA), in collaboration with the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL), successfully convened a high-level stakeholders engagement in Gbonkolenken Masakong Chiefdom aimed at resolving the prolonged delay in conducting the Paramount Chieftaincy election.

The dialogue brought together chieftaincy aspirants, traditional leaders, ruling house representatives, Civil Society Organisations, elders, religious leaders, and community stakeholders to foster peaceful negotiations and consensus-building.

Following extensive deliberations, stakeholders unanimously agreed on key resolutions, including the signing of a provisional peace pact, the review and cleaning of the taxpayers’ register, and strengthened collaboration to ensure a peaceful, transparent, and credible Paramount Chieftaincy election.

The engagement concluded on a highly optimistic note, with symbolic handshakes among rival aspirants, reflecting a renewed commitment to peace, unity, and democratic governance within the chiefdom. πŸ—³οΈπŸ€πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±

πŸ“’ STAKEHOLDERS UNITE FOR PEACEFUL PARAMOUNT CHIEFTANCY ELECTIONS IN TAMBAKHA SIMIBUNGIE CHIEFDOM πŸ—³οΈπŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±The Ministry of Loc...
18/05/2026

πŸ“’ STAKEHOLDERS UNITE FOR PEACEFUL PARAMOUNT CHIEFTANCY ELECTIONS IN TAMBAKHA SIMIBUNGIE CHIEFDOM πŸ—³οΈπŸ‡ΈπŸ‡±

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs (MLGCA), in collaboration with the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL), today engaged key stakeholders in Samaya Town, headquarters of Tambakha Simibungie Chiefdom, Karene District, North-West Region, ahead of the forthcoming Paramount Chieftaincy Elections.

The engagement brought together local authorities, women and youth leaders, representatives of the ruling houses, and other community stakeholders to foster dialogue, promote peace, and ensure a transparent and democratic electoral process.

Discussions focused on creating a level playing field for all contestants across the chiefdom’s seven sections and four ruling houses, while reaffirming collective commitment to peaceful participation and adherence to democratic and traditional electoral procedures.

The meeting was attended by Commissioner Albert Samba Kanu, the Provincial Secretary, the Chiefdom Speaker, the Regent Chief, ECSL Assistant Director Umaru Fomba, and senior officials from the Provincial Secretaries’ Office.

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πŸ“ Jaluahun Chiefdom, Kailahun District
πŸ—“ Monday, 18th May 2026

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs (MLGCA), in collaboration with the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL), has concluded a stakeholders’ engagement in Jaluahun Chiefdom, Kailahun District.

The meeting focused on verifying Chiefdom Councillors and addressing long-standing governance issues affecting Paramount Chieftaincy elections.
Key Highlights:
1. Stronger Verification Process – MLGCA Permanent Secretary Prince Alex Sorieba emphasized that the verification exercise will tackle bottlenecks in local elections and find lasting, amicable solutions.
2. Military Personnel & Elections – Active military personnel cannot contest presidential or parliamentary elections while serving. However, they are legally permitted to contest Paramount Chieftaincy elections.
3. Selection of Tribal Authorities – The sole responsibility for choosing Tribal Authorities rests with Town Chiefs, not Section Chiefs.
4. Next Steps – ECSL will engage stakeholders soon on upcoming electoral activities. Government aims to conduct all pending Paramount Chieftaincy elections as soon as possible.

The Ministry views this engagement as a major step toward restoring clarity, order, and trust in Kailahun’s chieftaincy structures. Local authorities, traditional leaders, and residents of Jaluahun Chiefdom are urged to cooperate fully with the verification and electoral processes.

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