By Foday Moriba Conteh
Orange Sierra Leone has once again been re-certified as a Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, reaffirming its position as the first telecommunications operator in Sierra Leone to achieve and retain the prestigious global recognition.
The re-certification follows a comprehensive and independent assessment carried out through the Institute’s HR Best Practices Survey, a globally recognized framework that evaluates organisations against internationally benchmarked people-management standards. The assessment covers six core human resources domains, including People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Employee Wellbeing.
According to the Top Employers Institute, the recognition reflects Orange Sierra Leone’s sustained commitment to fostering a high-performing, inclusive and engaging workplace culture. The company’s people practices were assessed as being data-driven, structured and aligned with global best practices, reinforcing its focus on employee empowerment, capability development and long-term organizational sustainability.
Commenting on the achievement, Chief Executive Officer of the Top Employers Institute, Adrian Seligman, said the certification highlights Orange Sierra Leone’s strong alignment between its people strategy and organizational objectives.
“Achieving a Country Top Employer Certification for 2026 reflects Orange Sierra Leone’s dedication to building an outstanding workplace that enables sustained business performance,” he said. “Their strong alignment between people strategy and organizational goals, combined with a commitment to continuous improvement, demonstrates the impact of their transformative people practices. We are proud to recognize Orange Sierra Leone for their meaningful contribution to creating a better world of work.”
The Country Top Employer Certification also provides organisations with access to globally benchmarked insights, expert validation and data-driven recommendations designed to strengthen people strategies. Certified organisations benefit from enhanced employer branding, clearer strategic focus, improved decision-making and stronger engagement with talent markets, while also gaining opportunities to connect with a global community of certified Top Employers.
Chief Executive Officer of Orange Sierra Leone, Aicha Toure, described the re-certification as a powerful endorsement of the company’s people-first culture and commitment to excellence.
“This certification is a strong recognition of our people-first culture and our continuous commitment to excellence,” she said. “It reinforces our ambition to be the employer of choice by consistently investing in our employees, promoting inclusion and creating an environment where talent can thrive. Our people are central to our success and to delivering meaningful value to our customers and the communities we serve.”
Human Resources Director at Orange Sierra Leone, Agnes M Songa, also emphasized the company’s focus on employee experience and long-term development.
“Being certified as a Top Employer affirms our focus on delivering a positive and enriching employee experience,” she said. “We remain committed to developing our people through continuous learning, career development opportunities and supportive workplace practices. Our employees are the foundation of our performance today and our growth in the future.”
The Top Employers Institute has certified more than 2,500 organisations across 131 countries and regions worldwide, recognizing companies that place people at the centre of their business strategies and demonstrate excellence in human resources practices.
Orange Sierra Leone is a leading telecommunications operator licensed by the National Communications Authority and is part of the Orange Group. The company continues to play a key role in Sierra Leone’s socio-economic development by delivering responsible, innovative and accessible digital services that improve everyday life while supporting workforce development and national progress.
