Enhancing Surgical Care at Connaught Hospital: A Generous Donation by MoHS and GoSL
On the 14th June 2023 marked a significant milestone in the healthcare sector of Sierra Leone as the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MoHS) and the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL) joined hands to make a remarkable donation. Three truckloads of essential surgical theatre equipment were generously donated to Connaught Hospital, a leading medical facility […]
Innovative e-Wallboard for Health Data Visualization
The Ministry of Health and Sanitation expresses profound appreciation for the efforts of Jhpiego, one of the country’s prominent Non-governmental Organizations focused on health issues, for introduction of the e-Wallboard. With support from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Jhpiego recently showcased the functionality of their integrated e-Wallboard for interactive Data Visualization within the […]
Global Mercy Docks in FTN: A New Era of Hope and Healing for Sierra Leone
The Global Mercy, the world’s largest civilian hospital ship, has proudly docked at the QE-II quay in Freetown. This monumental event is a beacon of hope and healing for thousands, with already 5,000 patients registered to receive vital healthcare services. Over the next ten months, 2,400 of these individuals are slated to benefit from complex […]
Strategic Meeting Spearheaded by Dr. Austin Demby: Fortifying Africa’s Emergency Readiness
Readiness The Honourable Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, held a strategic meeting with key officials from neighbouring African states to enhance the Emergency Prevention, Preparedness, and Response mechanisms across the continent. The main focus of this meeting was the novel initiative on building “Surge” capacity, which aims to ensure that African countries can respond […]
Ministry of Health: Advancing Child Survival Goals with Dr. Austin Demby’s Leadership
Leadership The recent gathering of Health Ministers at the WHO Regional Committee for Africa in Botswana marked a significant step towards a healthier future for Africa’s children. Central to these discussions was Sierra Leone’s own Honourable Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby. His recent appointment has not only elevated our nation’s stance in the global […]
A Pioneering Achievement: Honourable Dr. Austin Demby’s Appointment to the WHO Regional Committee for Africa
The Ministry of Health extends its warmest congratulations to our Honourable Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, on his prestigious appointment as the First Vice-Chairperson of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa. This is not only a monumental achievement for Dr. Demby but also a landmark moment for Sierra Leone as a nation. Being appointed […]
Ministry of Health: Embracing a New Era of Healthcare with Mercy Ships
The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce the imminent arrival of the Global Mercy to Freetown. The Ministry of Health’s leader recently welcomed representatives from Mercy Ships for an enlightening press conference, marking a significant milestone in our longstanding collaboration. The Global Mercy, known as the world’s largest civilian hospital ship, promises to significantly […]
Ministry of Health’s Pivotal Visit to Lumley’s Upcoming Children’s Hospital
The Ministry of Health (MoH), represented by the Honorable Minister of health, Dr Austin Demby and the Deputy Minster of Health 2, Dr Jalikatu Mustapha, recently embarked on a significant monitoring visit to the construction site of the Lumley Children’s Hospital. With a promise of 162 beds, this establishment stands as a beacon of the […]
The Ministry of Health and Sanitation’s perspective on The New York Times article‘This May be the Most Important Thing Happening in the World Today’ by Nicolas Kristof.
An article by Nicolas Kristof was published in The New York Times on June 3, 2023,discussing Sierra Leone’s healthcare progress. The piece offered a fair assessment of bothchallenges and achievements. You can find the article through this link. The Ministry ofHealth and Sanitation (MoHS) acknowledges Kristof’s opinion piece, which highlights thesignificant progress Sierra Leone has […]
MoHS Swiftly Responds to Bo Stadium Accident
MoHS Swiftly Responds to Bo Stadium Accident By Austin Demby, PhD Accidents do occur throughout the world and it’s how a nation responds to the crisis that determines what the nation is made of. Recent crises such as the Halloween incident in South Korea is a vivid reminder. With the accident at the Bo mini […]