The Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Information and Civic Education, hosted another edition of the Civic Day Series in Kabala, Koinadugu District, on November 2 and 3, 2026. The initiative aimed to promote civic participation, transparency, and public engagement by bringing governance closer to citizens. The theme of the town hall meeting was "Government at Your Doorstep," an open platform for dialogue between government representatives and residents on key national issues.
The Civic Day Series is guided by the national civic message #SaloneBigPasWiAll, which emphasizes collective responsibility in nation-building and national development. This initiative is part of the government's broader efforts to encourage inclusive national dialogue and strengthen engagement between government officials and citizens. The series also aims to provide a platform for residents to directly interact with government officials and raise concerns.
The main town hall meeting, scheduled for November 3, at the District Council Hall in Kabala, featured several government officials as panelists. These included the Minister of Employment, Hon. Umar Napoleon; the Minister of Public Administration and Political Affairs, Hon. Amara Kallon; and the Presidential Adviser on Parliamentary Affairs at the Office of the President, Madam Isata Jabbie Kabba. The engagement provided residents with the opportunity to share views and discuss issues relating to the development of Kabala and the country.
Residents, civil society organizations, youth groups, traditional leaders, and other members of the public were encouraged to attend and actively participate in the discussions. The government reaffirmed its commitment to continuously engaging citizens on emerging national issues, making public participation an important part of its governance and development agenda. This initiative demonstrates the government's efforts to promote transparency and accountability.
The town hall meeting in Kabala is part of a larger effort to promote civic participation and engagement across the country. By bringing government officials closer to citizens, the government aims to address key national issues and promote national development. The Civic Day Series has been instrumental in fostering dialogue and cooperation between government officials and residents.
The government's commitment to public engagement is reflected in the Civic Day Series, which has been well-received by citizens. The initiative has provided a platform for residents to raise concerns and share views on key national issues. This has helped to promote transparency and accountability in governance.
The Civic Day Series in Kabala concluded with a renewed commitment from the government to engage citizens on emerging national issues. The government has emphasized the importance of public participation in its governance and development agenda. The series has demonstrated the government's efforts to promote civic participation, transparency, and public engagement.
Key points
- The Government of Sierra Leone hosts the Civic Day Series to promote civic participation and engagement.
- The initiative aims to bring governance closer to citizens and encourage inclusive national dialogue.
- The town hall meeting in Kabala provided residents with the opportunity to directly interact with government officials.
