President Bio Unveils Ambitious Justice Sector Reform Strategy to Strengthen Sierra Leone's Legal Framework
On September 12, 2024, President Julius Maada Bio marked a pivotal moment in Sierra Leone’s pursuit of justice and equity by officially launching the Sierra Leone Justice Sector Reform Strategy at the New Brookfields Hotel in Freetown. This comprehensive initiative is poised to significantly enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of the nation’s justice system, making equitable access to justice a tangible reality for all citizens. In his keynote address, President Bio passionately articulated the critical importance of timely and fair justice as the bedrock of a prosperous and resilient nation. He highlighted the transformative milestones already achieved under his leadership, including the historic abolition of the death penalty, the modernization of the Criminal Procedures Act, and robust investments in judicial infrastructure and capacity-building. These reforms underscore the government’s steadfast commitment to creating a just legal framework that serves the int...