Conrade Sackey, the Minister of Basic Education in Sierra Leone, recently spoke with VOA Africa, spotlighting the impressive increase in school enrollment nationwide.
He credited this growth to strategic initiatives designed to enhance access to education and ensure quality learning for all children across the country.
A key driver of this enrollment surge is the free and quality education program launched by President Bio’s administration. This flagship policy has removed financial obstacles, making education more accessible to children across Sierra Leone.
Minister Sackey emphasized that under the current government, education has shifted from being a privilege to a fundamental right for all Sierra Leonean children.
Minister Sackey also highlighted additional measures that have boosted enrollment rates, such as providing sanitary pads to girls to prevent menstruation from disrupting their education, supplying meals to tackle hunger and malnutrition in schools, and distributing essential learning materials like books.
Reflecting on his tenure, Minister Sackey shared success stories and reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the education sector.
He expressed a strong desire to work closely with President Bio’s administration to sustain and expand school enrollment, aiming to make quality education accessible to every child in the country.
Minister Sackey views education as a cornerstone of national development and believes that every Sierra Leonean child deserves the opportunity to learn. He remains dedicated to supporting President Bio’s vision of transforming the education landscape in Sierra Leone.
Minister Sackey’s commitment to education signals a promising future for Sierra Leone’s children. With his leadership and collaborative efforts from the government, stakeholders, and communities, the country’s education sector is set for continued progress and transformation.
