Junior Doctors Association Of Sierra Leone

18/05/2026

As is our tradition ahead of the Mid-Year Congress, we are giving back to the community. 🇸🇱🩺

On June 4th and 5th, we will be conducting a 2-day free multidisciplinary specialist medical outreach in Kenema. In collaboration with specialists across various departments, our goal is to screen and treat over 2,000 patients and perform 250 free surgeries.

Available services span across Internal Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN, Paediatrics, Ophthalmology, Dental, and Psychiatry.

Please share this post and help us spread the word to residents in and around Kenema who could benefit from these free medical services.

15/05/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: MEASLES OUTBREAK IN SIERRA LEONE

The National Public Health Agency (NPHA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, has confirmed a measles outbreak in Sierra Leone, with 41 cases reported between January and April 2026 across eight districts nationwide, including Western Area Urban, Western Area Rural, Bo, Kenema, Kono, Port Loko, Bombali, and Tonkolili.

Western Area Urban remains the most affected district, with continued community transmission reported in Freetown.

Measles is a highly contagious disease that poses serious health risks, particularly to unvaccinated children. Complications may include pneumonia, diarrhea, blindness, encephalitis, and death.

Members of the public are encouraged to ensure that children receive their routine measles vaccinations and to promptly report any suspected cases to the nearest health facility for immediate medical attention.

Early detection and vaccination remain essential in preventing the spread of measles and protecting communities across the country.

01/05/2026

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Honoring the hands that heal, serve, and sustain our nation.
This Labor Day, we celebrate dedication, resilience, and the power of collective impact.

Thank you to all Junior Doctors of Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 for the Exceptional Service you continue to provide to the citizens of our beloved Nation.

Executive Board 25/26

25/04/2026

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21/04/2026

Good News!

​Dear JUDASIL,

​We are delighted to bring you one of our most interactive sessions. The JUDASIL Postgraduate Opportunities Series,this highlights the vast opportunities available, both locally and internationally, to continuously advance our medical knowledge.

​Therefore, we invite you to Postgraduate Opportunities in Pediatrics as our first session of 2026. This session will be led by the Head of the Pediatrics Department.

​Platform: Zoom

​Date: 25/04/2026

​Time: 8:00 PM

​Are you skeptical about the requirements or opportunities available in pediatrics? Brace yourself and join a live discussion with our very own Dr. N. Bell.

​See you soon!

​International Liaison Officer

©️ JUDASIL-EXCO 2026

11/04/2026

07/04/2026

“They save lives every day, yet when they fall ill, many are left to navigate the same system they fight to hold together.”

Read the full article here:

Caring for the Caregivers: Why Health Insurance for Health Workers Is Long Overdue In her recent essay, “When the Doctor Becomes the Patient,” Dr. Edouina Alice Foday (Alina), one of our junior …

17/03/2026

STRIKE ACTION SUSPENDED FOR THREE MONTHS BY THE JUNIOR DOCTORS ASSOCIATION OF SIERRA LEONE.

Please find attached our press release.

14/03/2026

UPDATE FROM THE JUNIOR DOCTORS ASSOCIATION OF SIERRA LEONE (JUDASIL)

Progress Made and Outstanding Concerns

The Junior Doctors Association of Sierra Leone (JUDASIL) wishes to provide an update to its members and the general public regarding ongoing engagements with the relevant authorities on matters affecting junior doctors across the country.

In recent weeks, the Association, together with the Sierra Leone Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA), held a meeting with the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO) to address several concerns relating to the welfare and administrative management of doctors within the public health system. During this engagement, a number of issues were discussed, including the salary deductions and disparities that have affected many junior doctors over the past several months. However, the Association is yet to receive a formal written statement from HRMO addressing these concerns.

Additionally, concerns remain regarding salary alignment and promotions across various cadres of doctors. It has been observed that a number of Registrars are still receiving Medical Officer salaries, while some Medical Officers continue to receive House Officer salaries despite having been promoted or having advanced in their professional roles. These discrepancies remain unresolved, and the Association continues to call for the appropriate alignment of salaries with the respective cadre and responsibilities of doctors.

On the matter of recruitment, the issue remains outstanding. Internationally trained Sierra Leonean doctors who have completed the required local rotations were recently invited for interviews by the Health Service Commission, which represents a step forward. However, there has not yet been further action regarding their formal absorption into the health system, and other qualified doctors who are yet to be recruited also remain in waiting.

With regard to benefits, the Association acknowledges that the fuel allocations for the 3rd and 4th quarters of 2025 have now been paid. However, some House Officers are yet to receive their fuel allocations (4th quarter).

While these engagements represent some level of progress, several critical concerns remain unresolved, including salary discrepancies across cadres, recruitment delays, and outstanding benefits. These issues, among others, are yet to be comprehensively addressed.

The Junior Doctors Association of Sierra Leone remains committed to constructive engagement and professional dialogue with the relevant authorities to ensure that these matters are resolved in a fair, transparent, and timely manner. The Association will continue to keep its members and the public informed as further developments arise.

Finally, the Association wishes to inform its members that SLMDA and JUDASIL will be holding a meeting on Monday, 16th March 2026, to discuss the way forward regarding the ongoing strike. Further updates will be communicated following that engagement.

JUDASIL EXCO 2025-2026

Dr. Mohamed L A Samura
President
JUDASiL

24/02/2026

23/02/2026

Delays in the Recruitment of Sierra Leonean Doctors — A Strain on an Already Limited Workforce

Sierra Leone continues to face a critically low doctor-to-patient ratio. At a time when the demand for healthcare services is rising, strengthening the national medical workforce should remain a strategic priority.

However, there have been significant delays in the formal recruitment of Sierra Leonean medical graduates, including those trained abroad who have successfully completed the required departmental rotations and integration processes within the country. Despite meeting professional and regulatory expectations, many remain without formal absorption into the health system.

This situation presents a serious challenge. While communities across the country require increased medical coverage, qualified and ready doctors are left waiting for recruitment confirmation. The delay not only affects the morale and financial stability of these young professionals but also limits the country’s ability to cushion the already strained healthcare delivery system.

Timely recruitment is not merely an administrative matter it is a workforce planning necessity. Efficient absorption of trained doctors strengthens service delivery, reduces workload pressures on existing staff, and improves patient care outcomes.

We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to expedite the recruitment process and provide clear timelines and communication regarding absorption into the health system. Strengthening healthcare begins with strengthening the workforce.

JUDASIL EXCO 2025/26