Umaru Napoleon Youths organization, Kabala township, Freetown (2026)

06/10/2026

Minister Koroma Champions Fair Labour Mobility as Sierra Leone Seeks Greater Opportunities for Its Workers

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, 6 October 2026 — Sierra Leone has reaffirmed its commitment to building safe, fair and sustainable pathways for its citizens seeking employment abroad, as the Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Hon. Umaru Napoleon Koroma Esq., joined other African and Gulf ministers and senior officials at the Second Doha Dialogue on Labour Mobility in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Speaking at the high-level Ministerial Roundtable on “Governing Labour Mobility for Shared Prosperity,” Minister Koroma placed the protection of migrant workers at the centre of Sierra Leone’s labour mobility agenda, stressing that “a worker’s rights must travel with the worker.” The Minister called for stronger cooperation on fair recruitment, skills development, worker protection, social security and effective implementation of bilateral labour agreements.

The Dialogue, hosted and chaired by the United Republic of Tanzania, brings together countries from Africa and the GCC+ region to advance practical cooperation on labour mobility. Its discussions focus on skills and labour-market pathways, decent work and fair recruitment, access to justice, social protection, health coverage and portability of social security benefits.

For Sierra Leone, the engagement presents an important opportunity to strengthen access to legitimate overseas employment for Sierra Leoneans, while ensuring that workers are properly recruited, adequately protected and equipped with skills demanded in international labour markets.

Minister Koroma’s participation also provides Sierra Leone with a platform to deepen labour cooperation with destination countries, strengthen existing partnerships and advocate for arrangements that can translate into more credible job opportunities, better protection for migrant workers and stronger benefits for families and communities back home.

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17/09/2026

2,300+ Sierra Leoneans Travel Through Guinea for Overseas Jobs in 3 Months

More than 2,300 Sierra Leoneans travelled through Guinea within the last three months seeking employment abroad, prompting Government to investigate possible illegal recruitment and human trafficking networks.

Minister of Information and Civic Education Chernor Bah disclosed the figure during the Ministry’s press conference on September 15, following a Sierra Leonean delegation’s engagement in Guinea.

According to Bah, Guinea’s Inspector General of Police raised concerns over the growing number of Sierra Leoneans passing through the country for overseas employment, with some reportedly travelling in large groups.

Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security Umaru Napoleon Koroma said overseas employment can create opportunities when properly regulated, but warned that illegal recruitment can expose citizens to exploitation and trafficking.

Koroma said Government has identified recruitment organisations operating with valid, expired or unclear licences and has begun investigating their activities. He also disclosed that 12 young Sierra Leoneans aged 18 to 24 were recently stopped at the airport while preparing to travel to Dubai for employment after allegedly presenting forged recruitment documents.

As an immediate measure, Government has imposed a temporary ban on the recruitment of Sierra Leoneans travelling through Guinea for overseas employment and is engaging recruitment agencies to strengthen compliance.

The Minister stressed that the Government does not intend to stop Sierra Leoneans from seeking jobs abroad, but wants overseas employment to take place through safe, legal and regulated channels, including structured opportunities for professionals such as lawyers and engineers.

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16/09/2026

Labour Minister Pledges Stronger Inter-Ministerial Collaboration to Expand Job Opportunities for Sierra Leoneans

Freetown-Miatta Civic Center.

Wednesday/ 16th September, 2026.

Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Umaru Napoleon Koroma, has reaffirmed his commitment to working with line ministries and development partners to expand employment opportunities and strengthen labour market systems across Sierra Leone’s formal and informal sectors.

The Minister made this commitment as the Ministry of Finance commenced the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Preparation and Hearing at the Miatta Civic Centre in Freetown. He emphasized the importance of coordinated government action and strategic partnerships in addressing employment challenges and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for citizens.

Minister Koroma further highlighted his Ministry’s priorities, including digitalization, strengthening financial support for small-scale entrepreneurs, and promoting the effective implementation of government policies within the private sector. These interventions are intended to support enterprise development, improve access to economic opportunities, and strengthen the contribution of businesses to national employment growth.

Addressing the evolving demands of the labour market, the Minister underscored the importance of skills development and workforce preparedness. He encouraged Sierra Leoneans to acquire relevant technical and professional skills to remain competitive and take advantage of emerging employment opportunities in a changing economy.

The Minister’s commitment aligns with the government’s broader human capital development agenda under the leadership of President Julius Maada Bio, which places emphasis on expanding economic opportunities and improving citizens’ livelihoods. Through collaboration with line ministries and strategic partners, the Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security seeks to contribute to a more inclusive labour marke

15/09/2026

The Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Hon. Umaru Napoleon Koroma, received a courtesy visit from representatives of various Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) groups.

The visit was organized to congratulate the Minister on his recent appointment and to extend best wishes as he assumes his new responsibilities.

The engagement also provided an opportunity to strengthen collaboration, cooperation, and mutual understanding between the Ministry and civil society organizations, with a shared commitment to advancing policies and initiatives in the general interest of the people of Sierra Leone.

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14/09/2026

*Orange Sierra Leone Pays Courtesy Visit to New Minister of Labour*

Freetown, Sierra Leone — September 14, 2026:
Orange Sierra Leone has paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Umaru Napoleon Koroma, as part of efforts to strengthen the relationship between the telecommunications company and the Ministry.

The visit provided an opportunity for Orange Sierra Leone to congratulate the Minister on his appointment and reaffirm its commitment to continued collaboration with the Ministry, particularly in promoting employee welfare, human resource development and a conducive working environment for its staff.

Welcoming the delegation, Minister Koroma expressed appreciation for the visit, noting that Orange Sierra Leone was the first private-sector organisation to pay him a courtesy visit since he assumed office.

Speaking on behalf of the Orange delegation, Madam Agnes Songa, Director of Human Resources, thanked the Minister for receiving them and stressed that the welfare of employees remains at the core of the company’s priorities. She emphasised Orange Sierra Leone’s commitment to working closely with the Ministry to address issues affecting its workforce.

The Minister further stressed that his intention is to move the Ministry from legislation to effective implementation, emphasising the importance of strong leadership, collaboration and timely action in creating a conducive environment for both workers and employers.

He assured the delegation that he would provide the leadership necessary to push the Ministry’s programmes forward as quickly as possible, while inspiring staff to deliver effectively on their responsibilities.

He encouraged Orange Sierra Leone to maintain direct communication with his office on matters relating to the enhancement of its operations and employee welfare, assuring the company of the Ministry’s willingness to collaborate.

The courtesy visit reflects Orange Sierra Leone’s continue

13/09/2026

Today we concluded the official ceremonies for the reopening of another judicial year in Sierra Leone with a thanksgiving service at the St George’s Cathedral in Freetown and then proceeded to the law court building.

May the Lord bless this judicial year. May the Lord guide the eyes, hand, and heart of our Judges and Magistrates as they sit in judgment over their fellow men.

11/09/2026

Jummah Mubarak - the Learned Attorney General and I joined our colleagues at the Bar and Benchers to perform the Juma prayers at the central mosque to mark the beginning of the new judicial year in the Republic of Sierra Leone. May Allah guide the hands, minds, and hearts of our judges and magistrates as they sit in judgment over their fellow men.

11/09/2026

For the past three months many Sierra Leoneans have passed through the Guinea airport for labour migration to some Gulf states. Numbers are huge and the issues are many.

The number of those who have also been deported to Guinea as their last port of departure from these gulf states are many.

A month ago, the Guineans issued a notice to ban our people from using their airport.

On our two days working visit we discussed the issues after the statistics and evidence were presented to us.

In order to deal with this swiftly, protect our people from scammers and ensure that genuine labour migration is protected, we have imposed a temporary ban on all overseas labour recruitment effective immediately, to allow us to investigate and bring those responsible for any criminal activity around this issue to book.

10/09/2026

SIERRA LEONE, GUINEA MOVE TO REGULATE LABOUR MIGRATION AS KOROMA ENGAGES CONAKRY.

Guinea /Conakry — 9th September 2026.

Sierra Leone and the Republic of Guinea are deepening bilateral cooperation on labour migration, worker protection and employment mobility, with a renewed focus on creating safe, orderly and lawful pathways for Sierra Leoneans travelling through Guinea in search of employment opportunities in the Arab States.

Sierra Leone’s Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Security, Umaru Napoleon Koroma Esq., joined Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh’s delegation in Conakry, where he engaged Guinean authorities on emerging migration and labour concerns affecting Sierra Leonean citizens using Guinea as a transit route to the Arab world.

The high-level engagement reflects the Government of Sierra Leone’s growing determination to ensure that the country’s workforce benefits from international employment opportunities without being exposed to illegal recruitment, exploitation, trafficking and other forms of abuse associated with unregulated migration.

Minister Koroma highlighted concerns surrounding the activities of alleged illegal recruitment networks operating across the migration corridor, stressing that stronger cooperation between Sierra Leone and Guinea is essential to identifying unlawful practices, strengthening oversight and protecting citizens seeking legitimate employment abroad.

He emphasized that labour migration should not be viewed solely as a challenge, but as an opportunity for economic empowerment, skills development, decent employment and improved livelihoods when properly regulated. He therefore advocated stronger coordination between the relevant institutions of both countries to establish a transparent and accountable migration framework.

The discussions also underline the strategic importance of Guinea as a key transit country and the need for both governments to work together in ensuring that migrants are properly informe

02/09/2026

MINISTER UMARU NAPOLEON KOROMA TAKES OATH OF OFFICE.

Wednesday, 2nd September, 2026.

Sierra Leone’s Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Umaru Napoleon Koroma, has officially subscribed to the Oath of Office before His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio at State House, formally marking the beginning of his tenure at the Ministry.

The swearing-in ceremony represents an important step in the Government’s efforts to strengthen Sierra Leone’s employment and labour sector, promote workers’ welfare, advance decent employment opportunities, and foster harmonious relations between employers and employees.

Minister Koroma assumes responsibility for the Ministry at a time when effective labour governance, social protection, skills development, workers’ rights, and sustainable employment remain critical components of Sierra Leone’s broader national development agenda.

Bringing with him extensive experience from the legal profession, as well as previous exposure to the mining sector and public administration, Minister Koroma enters his new role with a combination of legal expertise, institutional experience, and knowledge of regulatory frameworks. These attributes are expected to support his efforts to introduce and implement practical reforms within the labour sector.

At the Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security, his responsibilities will include strengthening labour laws and regulatory mechanisms, enhancing the protection of workers’ rights, improving labour standards, promoting constructive employer–employee relations, and supporting policies aimed at building a more productive, skilled, and inclusive workforce.

His appointment also comes with heightened expectations for tangible and measurable reforms that can respond to emerging challenges within Sierra Leone’s labour market while ensuring that social security systems and employment policies remain responsive to the needs of citizens.

As he assumes office, Minister Umaru Napoleon Kor

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