05/10/2026
The Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone Transformation Strategy (EPATS) is now in its third year of implementation (2023-2030).
When we launched the in December 2023, we promised to strengthen the systems that keep the agency running smoothly. Since then, we've seen a significant increase in internal revenues, improved field response due to a stronger fleet and upgraded equipment, expanded staff development programmes, and continued digitisation of core functions such as payroll, human resources, procurement, and processes.
We recommenced work on the long-overdue headquarters in New England last week, building on previous progress. Construction began more than a decade ago, but with the last major work completed nearly eight years ago, the structure had unfortunately become a symbol of unfinished business. After over two years of meetings, consultations, document reviews, and site visits, we are finally seeing results.
The New England headquarters are the next major step forward, following significant progress on our Bo Regional Office, which is now approximately 90% complete. Our goal is to complete the New England project within 18 months, with completion scheduled for April 2028, just in time for the EPA's 20th anniversary (EPA@20).
This demonstrates the dedication of a hardworking team striving to make the stronger, more modern, and more efficient. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to our Board, staff, His Excellency the President, our partners, the public we serve, and our predecessors for their contributions in bringing the Agency to this point.
The progress is continuing, and the path is clear. EPA @ 20 is in sight! 🥳
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