In a significant step towards electoral reform and national unity, Sierra Leone’s Government (GoSL) and the All Peoples Congress (APC) issued a joint statement yesterday outlining their commitment to cooperation and electoral justice. The Tripartite Committee, established under the Agreement for National Unity, released the statement highlighting key progress areas and future steps.
Both parties affirmed their dedication to electoral justice, reforms, peace, and national cohesion. The Tripartite Committee, tasked with examining electoral systems from the 2023 elections, aims to enhance credibility and ensure future elections are free and fair. Over six months, the Committee finalized their Terms of Reference, engaged national stakeholders, and consulted international experts. Their focus included elections management, institutional reforms, and legal frameworks, and they are now ready to report to the President.
The GoSL and APC look forward to implementing reforms to improve election transparency, bolster democracy, and contribute to national development and stability. They underscored their commitment to peace, condemned violence, and reaffirmed their dedication to the Agreement for National Unity’s resolutions.
Gratitude was expressed to development partners, experts, and moral guarantors for supporting the reform process. Both parties called on stakeholders and citizens to maintain peace and support critical electoral reforms essential for Sierra Leone’s democracy.
This joint statement marks a pivotal moment in Sierra Leone’s democratic journey, signaling a collaborative effort to build a stronger, more inclusive nation.
