Ministry of Health

11/04/2026

Earlier today, the people of Kenema welcomed an exciting new chapter in healthcare as the Minister of Health, Austin Demby, PhD, MPH, formally unveiled a brand new CT Scan machine, with 64 slides imagining capabilities to the management of the Government Hospital. This was in addition to the official handing over of keys to the newly procured MoH staff buses and utility vehicles.

The Minister also launched a new 4D ultrasound machine, all of which the government hopes will contribute to strengthening ongoing efforts to improve healthcare service delivery across the country.

During the ceremony, the minister formally presented the vehicles to hospital representatives, emphasizing that the initiative is intended to ease transportation challenges faced by health workers. He noted that improved staff transportation will support more efficient care for patients and contribute to strengthening overall health outcomes.

The CT Scan and ultrasound machines,on the other hand, are expected to enhance diagnostic and treatment capacity at Kenema Government Hospital. “The equipment will not only benefit residents of Kenema, but will also serve patients from surrounding communities and neighboring districts who depend on the hospital for specialized medical services,” the Minister pointed out.

It could be recalled that last week the President, Julius Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone., officially commissioned10 new staff buses for healthcare workers in Bo, five of which are 50-seaters and the remaining are 38-seaters. The President also commissioned 9 utility vehicles, a 128 slides CT Scan machine a new ultra-modern burns unit at Connaught Hospital; developments the government hopes will help transform health service delivery.

11/04/2026

Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby making his statement at the Handing over of CT Scan, Ultrasound Machine, Staff Bus and Land Cruiser Vehicle to the Kenema Government Hospital….

11/04/2026

Handing over of CT Scan, Ultrasound Machine, Staff Bus and Land Cruiser Vehicle to the Kenema Government Hospital….

10/04/2026

Dr. Austin Demby Inspects Ongoing Construction of a 100-bed Hospital in Moyamba

The Minister of Health, Austin Demby, PhD, MPH, earlier today completed a very satisfactory inspection of the ongoing construction of a 100-bed hospital in Moyamba, reaffirming the Government of Sierra Leone’s commitment to strengthening healthcare infrastructure and expanding access to quality medical services.

Accompanied by senior officials from the ministry, engineers, and local authorities, the minister toured key sections of the project, including the wards, theatre, maternity unit, intensive care unit (ICU), mortuary, and other service areas to assess progress and ensure the facility meets modern healthcare standards.

During the visit, the minister provided technical suggestions on critical systems needed for the hospital’s effective operation. He stressed the need for proper engineering of oxygen systems for the ICU and operating theatre, adequate water sourcing and distribution as well as reliable energy solutions to meet both present and future needs.

The minister also emphasised the importance of involving medical professionals such as surgeons and theatre nurses in the final design process to ensure the facility meets practical healthcare delivery needs.

04/04/2026

"When health workers can get to work in time without too much hustle for transportation, they are able to work with freedom and peace of mind and ultimately, save more lives," says AAustin Demby, PhD, MPH the Minister of Health for Sierra Leone. Dr. Demby spoke earlier today when JJulius Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone.was officially commissioning 10 new staff buses, 450 motorbikes, 1 mobile garage for maintenance of the buses, and 9 new utility vehicles to convey health service providers to and from work across the country. All of these happened today in the southern city of Bo.

We have heard of stories of nurse and other health workers being involved in road accidents, while some lose their lives unfortunately, others break their legs or arms, all in the process of trying to get to work. The government of President Julius Maada Bio has now put an end to this life-threatening challenge. This, according to the President and his Minister of Health, is to say thank you and to deeply appreciate all health workers for everything they do for the people of .

Describing the work of health workers, AAustin Demby, PhD, MPH was full of praises as he emphasised that; "the services our healthcare workers provide are priceless and we can only say thank you!!. That is why we have provided them these buses, utility vehicles and bikes to address their transportation problems."

What a joyful day to think that no health worker can no longer stand in long cues or fight with others on roadsides to take public transportation to work.

Thank you JJulius Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone.and AAustin Demby, PhD, MPHfor upholding your promise of promoting and protecting the respect and dignity of healthcare workers all around the country.
VVice President of the Republic of Sierra LeoneTThe Ministry of Information and Civic EducationWWorld Health Organization (WHO)JJulius Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone.

04/04/2026

02/04/2026

President Bio Ushers in a New Era of Clinical Excellence at Connaught Hospital.

Earlier today, President Julius Maada Bio commissioned two groundbreaking investments-a new burns unit and state-of-the-art CT Scan machines-at Connaught Hospital in Freetown. This introduces a new era of advanced clinical care both for patients with severe burns conditions that require specialized treatment and for those needing advanced medical diagnosis.

The new burns unit, first in Sierra Leone, is well equipped and will be dedicated to providing specialized care both for adults and children. This newly constructed 50-beds facility consists of two operating theaters, an intensive care unit and a high dependency unit. This latest facility is constructed by the Government of Sierra Leone, through strong partnership with Leone Oil, Interburns, and Resurge Africa. Burns cases are significant public health problem in Sierra Leone with the country recording an estimated 40,000 new cases every year and over 70% of victims being children.

The lack of readily available and dedicated treatment center for victims of severe cases was a major gap that was well documented during the November 2021 fuel tanker explosion incident in Freetown. Today, that gap exists no more all thanks to this new dedicated burns and reconstructive center which now stands ready to increase chances of survival and recovery through quality care and even surgery for patients if they need it.

In addition to the burns unit, President Bio also commissioned a high-end CT Scan, with 128 digital imaging capabilities, for the first time in the public health sector. The Government has also procured and installed 10 high-quality 4D ultrasound equipments and 30 hand held ones that are AI enabled for districts.

All of these investments are a demonstration of strategic shift from a culture of dependence to one of self reliance.
Austin Demby, PhD, MPH
Julius Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone.
Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone
World Health Organization (WHO)
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
UNDP in Sierra Leone
PIH Sierra Leone
Africa CDC

02/04/2026

Commissioning of Strategic Health Infrastructure and Equipment (CTScans/Ultrasounds and the Burns Unit at Connaught Hospital by His Excellency, Dr. Julius Maada Bio.