Land for Life, Sierra Leone

23/03/2026

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23/03/2026

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23/03/2026

As we continue to commemorate World Water Day, we are reminded that water is life, yet for many communities across Sierra Leone, that life has been taken away.

In November 2025, Land for Life, alongside members of the Media Alliance Team, travelled across several districts to observe firsthand the impact of mining and environmental degradation on local communities. What we encountered was deeply disturbing and impossible to ignore.

Across every community we visited, one painful truth stood out: water, once a source of life, has become a source of suffering. Rivers and streams that sustained generations for drinking, cooking, washing, and bathing are now heavily polluted. Today, these waters are no longer safe for any human use.

A community leader in Kumaroh Village, Kono District, captured the frustration and despair of his people: “The Government is every day giving licenses for mining in our riverbeds. The Chinese and Ghanaians are here destroying our water.”

In Manokoh Village, Tonkolili District, the situation is equally dire. Residents revealed that a mining company has diverted vital water sources into its processing plants. What is returned to the community is nothing but toxic discharge, water unfit for consumption, which has also caused flooding in seven (7) surrounding villages.

The consequences go beyond environmental destruction. They strike at the very dignity of human life. The Town Chief of Manokoh Village shared a chilling account:
“When we protest, police officers come and arrest us. A few months ago, we staged a protest, houses were ransacked, and the police beat both the old and the young. We are not allowed to say of frustrations ”

This is not just neglect. This is an injustice. This is a clear and ongoing violation of the fundamental human rights to safe and clean water.

During World Water Day Week, Land for Life and its partners stand with these communities and raise our voices in urgent solidarity. We call on the Government of Sierra Leone and all relevant authorities responsible for mining and water resources to listen to the cries of the people, protect their water sources, hold perpetrators accountable, and restore dignity to affected communities.

Water is not a privilege. Water is a right. And that right must be protected now!

20/03/2026

The Management and Staff of Land for Life extend warm wishes to all our Muslim brothers and sisters Eid Mubarak

May this sacred period bring you peace, spiritual growth, and abundant blessings. We commend your devotion, sacrifice, and commitment throughout the fasting period.

Eid Mubarak to you and your families.

13/03/2026

With support from Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) through Welthungerhilfe,Land for Life successfully concluded a two-day District Cluster Training in Kenema District aimed at enhancing local capacities for effective community legal empowerment and securing land rights for vulnerable groups in Sierra Leone.

The training brought together Land for Life District Paralegals, members of the District Multi-Stakeholder Platform, and representatives from the media to strengthen collaboration in addressing land governance challenges at the local level.

The session was facilitated by Emmanuel Gbondo, Esq., a legal practitioner from Castle Chambers, who guided participants through the Draft Paralegal Manual and how to practically appllied it's content in supporting communities.

Over the two days, participants deepened their understanding of land laws and explored practical approaches to addressing land governance challenges. The training also strengthened coordination among paralegals, stakeholders, and the media in promoting responsible land governance.

08/03/2026

The Management and Staff of Land for Life extend warm wishes to all the women of Sierra Leone on this year’s International Women’s Day. 🌸

Your strength, resilience, and contributions continue to inspire progress in our communities.






Welthungerhilfe
Multi-Actor Platform Liberia
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
International Land Coalition
Welthungerhilfe Sierra Leone
Berns Komba Lebbie
Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ)
Land for Life Ethiopia

07/03/2026

This powerful story brings to life the real experiences of communities whose lives, livelihoods, and futures are being shaped by environmental degradation and land-related challenges. Across different parts of the country, families who once depended on fertile land, clean water, and thriving ecosystems now face the harsh consequences of damaged landscapes, declining food production, and growing uncertainty about tomorrow.

Through the voices and experiences of the people most affected, the documentary reveals how environmental destruction, often driven by unregulated activities such as mining and unsustainable land use, continues to reshape communities and threaten the very foundation of local livelihoods. What was once productive farmland and vibrant ecosystems is slowly being transformed, leaving many communities struggling to maintain food security and economic stability.

But this is more than just a story of loss. It is a powerful call to awareness, responsibility, and collective action. It invites viewers to reflect on the choices we make about how land and natural resources are managed, and it challenges leaders, institutions, and citizens alike to protect the environment that sustains us all.

Ultimately, this documentary reminds us that protecting our land is protecting our future. By safeguarding our ecosystems, strengthening land governance, and promoting responsible environmental practices, we can secure sustainable livelihoods, resilient food systems, and a healthier future for communities across the country.

Please follow the link to view the full documentary on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Ir5MA3fTfuc

06/03/2026

With support from the Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) through Welthungerhilfe Land for Life, together with members of the Land Governance Alliance, proudly presents a compelling documentary that uncovers the hidden environmental, land governance, and food security challenges affecting communities across seven major districts in Sierra Leone.

This powerful story captures the real experiences of people whose lives and livelihoods are being shaped by environmental degradation and land-related challenges. It is a call to awareness, responsibility, and action toward protecting our land, safeguarding food systems, and securing a sustainable future for communities

🎬 Watch the documentary on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir5MA3fTfuc


Multi-Actor Platform Liberia
International Land Coalition
United Nations in Sierra Leone
Ministry Of The Environment Sierra Leone

A documentary produced by Land for Life and its partners that shines a spotlight on how human activities and weak policies are affecting food security, land ...

27/02/2026

Today, Land for Life Sierra Leone joined the Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (MoPED), and the Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organizations (SLANGO) in commemorating this year’s NGO Week under the theme: “Stronger Together: Collaboration, Sustainability, and Local Empowerment.”

The week commenced with a Health Walk, bringing together hundreds of NGOs from across the country. The NGO Week has not not only been an opportunity to promote NGO solidarity, but also a moment to reflect on and celebrate the significant contributions NGOs have made across many sectors of the country.

25/02/2026

Our Board Chairman has been elevated to another level within KPCS body

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Abu Brima from Sierra Leone as the new Coordinator of the Kimberley Process Civil Society Coalition. Mr. Brima was unanimously nominated by the 17 member organizations which are dedicated to promoting responsible and transparent governance of the diamond sector. His appointment marks the beginning of a 24-month term leading the Coalition.
He succeeds Jaff Napoleon Bamenjo of Cameroon, whose two-year term was marked by a steadfast commitment to strengthening the voice and space of civil society within the Kimberley Process. The Coalition commends him for his hands-on style of leadership and significant contributions towards enhancing the coalition's visibility,credibility, and impact within and beyond the Kimberley Process.
A member of the Coalition since its inception, Abu Brima has in-depth knowledge of the Kimberley Process and extensive experience in governance issues in the diamond sector and beyond. His background, technical expertise, and longstanding commitment to transparency, accountability and community benefits are major assets for the coalition.
His experience and determination will enable the KP CSC to consolidate its achievements, strengthen its role as an essential pillar of the Kimberley Process despite ongoing challenges, and broaden its contribution to mineral resource governance more generally..
Please join us in wishing him every success in his new role.

Women on Mining and Extractive - Wome Sl HakiRasilimali Centre for Natural Resource Governance Relufa- Reseau De Lutte Contre La Faim. Cenadep Botswana Watch Organisation International Peace Information Service Esther Finda Kandeh

12/02/2026

PARTNERSHIP FOR INCLUSIVE LAND GOVERNANCE IN SIERRA LEONE

Land conflicts remain a major threat to social cohesion, food security, and sustainable development in Sierra Leone. Land for Life therefore focuses not only on resolving disputes but also on preventing them through advocacy, stronger policies, and institutional frameworks that empower communities while supporting government ministries and agencies to implement effective land governance laws.

In December 2025, the organization convened Paramount Chiefs from Port Loko, Tonkolili, Kenema, and Pujehun Districts to strengthen collaboration with the DMSP in addressing rising land conflicts and hunger. The strong turnout reflected both the urgency of the issue and the critical role traditional leaders play in mediating disputes, guiding customary land practices, and safeguarding community interests.

Earlier, Land for Life facilitated dialogue sessions in Makeni and Bo involving CSOs, communities, and private sector actors to address conflicts between investors and host communities. These engagements led to the development of a CSO–Private Sector Dialogue Model, promoting transparency, participatory negotiation, accountability, and early conflict resolution.

To ensure sustainability, Land for Life is also supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in establishing Village Area Land Committees and Chiefdom Land Committees. As statutory bodies, these committees will provide legally recognized mechanisms for managing land governance at local levels, strengthening oversight, decentralizing land administration, and preventing conflicts before they escalate.

Welthungerhilfe
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Multi-Actor Platform Liberia
Plateforme Multi Acteurs sur le Foncier au Burkina Faso
International Land Coalition

19/12/2025

The 2025 District Multi-Stakeholder Platform (DMSP) Shared Learning Session, held in Bo District from the 18th to 19th of December, 2025, concluded with a 2026 written resolution of commitment, designed and signed by the Chairpersons of the various DMSPs.

The session brought together 8 of the 9 Multi-Stakeholder Platforms from across the country to provide updates on their activities, review challenges, discuss innovative solutions, and highlight the opportunities available to them as platforms.

Various speakers, including representatives from the National Land Commission, Welthungerhilfe, UNFAO, and the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (MoPED), applauded the DMSPs for their achievements in resolving land conflicts nationwide and for creating mechanisms to collaborate with various stakeholders. The Commissioner General of the National Land Commission, Abubakarra Sappeh Foray Musa, expressed a strong desire for the DMSPs to be integrated into the commission's work.

Welthungerhilfe
Welthungerhilfe Sierra Leone
Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ)
National Land Commission -Sierra Leone
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)