In a landmark move towards digital transformation, Sierra Leone’s Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay, alongside Deputy Minister of Justice, Madam Saptieu Elizabeth Saccoh, officially launched the development of the e-Justice Blueprint on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Guma Building in Freetown. This initiative is a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to modernize and digitize the justice system, enhancing efficiency, transparency and accessibility.
The e-Justice Blueprint is a key component of the Sierra Leone Digital Transformation Project, designed to bridge existing gaps in the judicial sector by leveraging technology to improve service delivery. The initiative aligns with the Government’s broader commitment to strengthening the rule of law and ensuring that justice is accessible to all citizens, regardless of their location.
Attorney General, Alpha Sesay, underscored the importance of the initiative, stating, “The e-Justice Blueprint marks a crucial step toward modernizing Sierra Leone’s justice system, making it more accessible, efficient and transparent. As a Government, we are committed to enhancing the rule of law and ensuring that justice is not only a privilege but a right for all citizens.”
The initiative will be spearheaded by the Canadian Academic and Industrial Network (CAAIN), a consulting firm renowned for its expertise in digital solutions and justice sector reforms. CAAIN’s extensive international experience is expected to guide Sierra Leone through the complexities of adopting an e-Justice framework, ensuring that best practices and cutting-edge technologies are integrated into the process.
Project Coordinator, Ms. Kumba Musa, emphasized the necessity of collaboration, stating, “This project is a collective effort. Every stakeholder, from Government officials to citizens, plays a crucial role in the success of the e-Justice Blueprint. Our shared goal is to create a system that serves everyone and we are committed to working closely with the Ministry of Justice, the legal community and international partners to achieve this vision.”
The launch of the e-Justice Blueprint is part of a broader Governmental initiative to ensure Sierra Leone’s justice system keeps pace with global technological advancements. The ultimate objective is to develop a more accessible, user-friendly and integrated justice system that improves service delivery, enhances accountability and reinforces the rule of law.
As work on the e-Justice Blueprint progresses, optimism is high regarding the future of the justice sector in Sierra Leone. With the leadership of the Ministry of Justice, support from international partners and active participation from stakeholders across various sectors, the country is poised to embrace a digital future in which justice is efficient, transparent and accessible to all.
