31/12/2025
Meet Alusine Musa Bangura – Founder & Executive Director, Children’s Education Development Organization Sierra Leone (CEDO-SL)
Alusine Musa Bangura is the Founder and Executive Director of the Children’s Education Development Organization Sierra Leone (CEDO-SL), a child-focused non-governmental organization based in Port Loko City. Driven by passion and concern for the future of children in Port Loko District and the Country at large, Mr. Bangura established CEDO-SL to address the growing challenges affecting children’s access to quality education across the country.
Speaking on the establishment of the organization, Mr. Bangura explained that CEDO-SL was born out of the need to respond to alarming realities discovered during surveys conducted in different chiefdoms within the Port Loko District. These surveys revealed that a significant number of children have dropped out off school due to various factors especially young girls. Among the most common issues identified were the loss of one or both parents, unstable parental homes, economic hardship, and lack of proper guidance and support.
He further highlighted that some children are influenced by negative peer lifestyles, which often lead them into early relationships and early pregnancy, especially among young girls. These challenges continue to deprive many children of their right to education and a better future.
In response to these findings, CEDO-SL has been actively engaged in school visitations, where the organization provides motivational talks, guidance, and educational support packages to pupils. According to Mr. Bangura, these visits are aimed at encouraging children to stay in school, believe in themselves, and understand the value of education despite the challenges they face.
Mr. Bangura also emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in a child’s education. He noted that during school reopening activities, CEDO-SL ensures the involvement of key stakeholders, including parents, pupils, and teachers. This inclusive approach helps strengthen cooperation and commitment toward improving children’s learning environments.
It is based on this vision that CEDO-SL has decided to extend charity support and build strong partnerships with various schools in Port Loko District. Through these partnerships, the organization hopes to create sustainable solutions that will reduce school dropout rates and promote a brighter, more secure future for children across Sierra Leone.
CEDO-SL remains committed to building hope, inspiring young minds, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.
