In a groundbreaking development for gender equality in Sierra Leone, Madam Augusta James Teima has been appointed as the country’s new Minister of Sports, succeeding Ibrahim Nylenkeh.
The announcement came on July 15, 2023, from the Office of the President at the State House.
The public notice confirming Madam Teima’s appointment signifies a significant milestone, as she becomes the first woman to hold the esteemed position of Sports Minister since the advent of multi-party democracy in Sierra Leone.
With an impressive background in sports administration and academia, Madam Teima brings a wealth of expertise to her new role.
Currently serving as the treasurer of the Sierra Leone Athletics Association, she has played an instrumental role in the development and promotion of athletics within the country. Furthermore, Madam Teima is a respected lecturer at Milton Margai University.
The Ministry of Sports holds a crucial mandate, tasked with designing and implementing policies and programs that facilitate the growth and advancement of sports nationwide. Its objectives encompass promoting the physical and psychological well-being of Sierra Leoneans, nurturing the talents of young athletes to achieve excellence in national and international competitions, and fostering a sense of healthy competition, unity, and camaraderie among the citizenry.
Madam Augusta James Teima’s appointment as Sierra Leone’s Sports Minister not only highlights her individual accomplishments but also signifies a step forward in empowering women and promoting gender equality within the country’s leadership. Her extensive experience and dedication to the sports sector position her well to drive positive change and inspire future generations of female athletes and leaders.
