MoH

Ministry of Health

[MoH @mohs_sl]

At the World Conference on Traditional Medicine 2026 in #Beijing, Health Minister @DembyAustin committed to safely integrating traditional medicine into #SierraLeone’s health system, but stressed that such a move will rest on evidence, regulation and strong safety standards.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

@DembyAustin hosted a high-level United Nations Economic Commission for Africa #UNECA delegation to discuss health financing models for SL. The reform is simple: a free basic package at the point of care plus contributory insurance, so illness doesn’t push families into hardship.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Join the conversation now as the special townhall on the 300 Days of Activism for Triple Zero continues. A mother who makes it home from the labour ward; a baby who lives to see a first birthday; a child finally reached with a first vaccine: That's what Triple Zero means

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Every mother deserves to survive childbirth. Every child deserves a fifth birthday. That's the business case @DembyAustin took to #UNGA81 in New York, urging finance ministers and partners to back S/L’s Triple Zeros campaign at the @PMNCH @GLN_Community Financial Diplomacy series

[MoH @mohs_sl]

The Story of one of the most remarkable reductions in maternal mortality in the world is the story of #SierraLeone. Led by @DembyAustin,his vision is clear: no pregnant woman or child loses their life due to something we should have done but didn’t.

#youterusstudioproduction

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Global partners now recognize #SierraLeone as a model for where Africa is making a change for maternal & child survival. At #UNGA81, @DembyAustin presented progress on #TripleZerocampaign and called for sustained financing to translate these gains into a fixed healthcare culture.

[Global Leaders Network @GLN_Community]

Speaking at the @PMNCH Annual Accountability Breakfast on the margins of #UNGA81, Hon. Dr Austin Demby, Minister of Health of Sierra Leone, emphasized that accountability for the health and well-being of women and children is a shared responsibility.

"Nobody cares more about the women of Sierra Leone than I do. Nobody cares more about the children of Sierra Leone than I do. As a nation, we believe that every woman is precious, and every child that is brought into this world takes so much effort, and it's our obligation to ensure that this child doesn't only survive, but that the child thrives. We believe in investing in our people. And so, when we talk about accountability, it's not the minister's accountability, it's not civil society's accountability. It's all of us, all of society." — Hon. Dr Austin Demby, Minister of Health, Sierra Leone

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Today at 2:00 PM EDT (6:00 PM in Freetown): leaders and partners gather at #UNGA81 to discuss how to sustain Sierra Leone's Triple Zero gains and protect progress in maternal and child survival through 2028.
@SLTripleZero @PMNCH @GLN_Community @futureperspective

[MoH @mohs_sl]

This is what’s possible when a nation moves together — frontline health workers, communities, and data-driven accountability. From 20-22 Sept, we join @GLN_health @PMNCH @FutPerspectives #UNGA81 to share our journey and rally the financing needed to sustain these gains.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Sierra Leone is heading to #UNGA81 with real results to share. Nearly 200 days into the Triple Zero campaign: 🔻31.1% drop in maternal deaths 🔻14.4% drop in child deaths — compared to the same period in 2025. Over 100% of identified zero-dose children now reached & vaccinated.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Goderich just got a health centre worthy of its mothers. From 1 delivery bed to 6. Solar power, clean water, a new lab, and no more long treks for basic care. “No woman should give birth at home when a facility like this is at your doorstep." — @DembyAustin Minister of Health.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Happening now!!! Oba Funkia Community gets a refurbished CHC. Made possible by the @GovSL & @WorldBankAfric1, this development helps to deliver on @MaadaJulius @DembyAustin’s promise to provide dignified, accessible, and high-quality healthcare to every citizen of Sierra Leone.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

#SierraLeone’s remarkable Triple Zero progress calls for sustained political and financial support. At #UNGA81, #MoH @DembyAustin will convene a high-level side event, urging global partners to strengthen the future of maternal and child survival in the country.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

This morning, @MoH hosted the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Sierra Leone, H.E Saud Al-Musaed. @DembyAustin showcased progress of #300DaysofActivism, & both parties committed to stronger partnership towards the country’s triple zero targets for women & children.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

The @GovSL, through #MoH @DembyAustin, boosts #300DaysofActivism campaign with procurement of US$2 million worth of essential medicines and reproductive health supplies — the kind that make all the difference during a Caesarean section, a normal delivery, or a health emergency.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

In collaboration with #MoH, @FundDiegoGRivas, which runs a high -end theater on wheels, completed 4 complex thoracic surgeries in two days using small-cut techniques. Sierra Leone is host to the truck, which serves other countries in #Africa. Thanks to @MaadaJulius, @DembyAustin.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

“We are now using latest technologies to perform top surgeries for our people.” Thanks to the @FundDiegoGRivas for providing free surgical care to patients at #ConnaughtHospital. @med_kabba62373 spoke earlier today during a courtesy call on @VP_Jalloh about the foundation’s work.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

Good news as #MoH, in partnership with the @DiegoGonzalez Foundation, provides free thoracic surgeries for patients at #Connaughthospital. The foundation operates a fully equipped hospital on wheels theatre with top-quality surgical tools to treat people with chest conditions.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

#MoH’s new Chief Medical Officer @med_kabba62373, today officially started work in his new role. In an emotional speech, he thanked @MaadaJulius & @DembyAustin for trusting this important office in his care; promising to give his very best for the country.

[MoH @mohs_sl]

As discussions at @RC76 in #AddisAbaba continue to reimagine healthcare priorities for #Africa, @DembyAustin yesterday held a productive meeting with @mamakeita_mama of UNECA. The leaders highlighted partnership opportunities to support S/L’s health and development priorities.