President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has reappointed Benjamin Macfoy as Commissioner for the Western Area at the National Commission for Democracy (NCD). This reappointment is for a five-year term, extending Macfoy's tenure at the NCD. Macfoy has been involved in civic education and democratic awareness activities for over two decades. His reappointment was announced on September 28, 2026.
Macfoy welcomed the appointment and expressed gratitude to President Bio for the confidence placed in him. He pledged to continue the work he has undertaken at the Commission. As Commissioner, Macfoy's responsibilities have included civic education, electoral awareness, stakeholder engagement, and initiatives aimed at improving citizens' understanding of democratic governance. His experience and commitment to these areas likely contributed to his reappointment.
Macfoy has been involved in various activities and initiatives at the NCD. He has been a part of the Commission's Children for Democracy Clubs, established in schools to introduce young people to democratic principles, responsible citizenship, and good governance. In September 2025, he chaired a Regional Democracy Roundtable organised by the NCD's Western Regional Office. This engagement brought together representatives of civil society, youth and women's groups, traditional authorities, local government, policymakers, educators, and the media.
The Regional Democracy Roundtable discussed democratic governance and citizen participation. Macfoy's work has also included public education on electoral processes, including the Proportional Representation system used in Sierra Leone's 2023 parliamentary elections. His efforts have contributed to increased civic awareness and democratic participation in the Western Area.
In addition to his work at the NCD, Macfoy has represented the Commission on Sierra Leone's African Peer Review Mechanism Governing Council. He continues to participate in programmes focused on civic awareness and democratic participation. Macfoy's reappointment is expected to further strengthen the NCD's work in civic education and public awareness across the Western Area.
Macfoy remains committed to building on the work already undertaken at the NCD. He plans to use his new term to continue supporting civic education and democratic participation. His experience and dedication to these causes are likely to have a positive impact on the Commission's future activities.
The reappointment of Benjamin Macfoy as Commissioner for the Western Area at the NCD reflects President Bio's confidence in Macfoy's abilities and commitment to democratic governance. The NCD will continue to play a crucial role in promoting civic education and democratic participation in Sierra Leone.
Key points
- President Bio reappoints Benjamin Macfoy as NCD Commissioner for another five-year term.
- Macfoy has been involved in civic education and democratic awareness activities for over two decades.
- The reappointment aims to strengthen the NCD's work in civic education and public awareness across the Western Area.
