The Ministry of Transport and Aviation released its 2024 Agency Performance Scores during its inter-agency meeting held at the Ministry’s conference room, 7th Floor Youyi Building on 16thth January 2025.
The Permanent Secretary, Charles Kamanda in his opening remarks stated that,
in May 2024, the Minister of Transport and Aviation signed performance contracts with the heads of various agencies to appraise their performance for the period from January to December 2024, he added that, the meeting was to reflect on the achievements for 2024 and to set plans for 2025.
In his keynote address, the Minister of Transport and Aviation, Ambassador Colonel Retired Alhaji Fanday Turay Esq. expressed his gratitude to all heads of agencies, board chairmen, directors, heads of departments, staff of the Ministry and its agencies for their unwavering commitment and dedication towards their work.
He applauded the agencies for their excellent performance in 2024 and encouraged them to continue to do more in 2025.
He called on heads of agencies to work as a team bound to success.
The Assistant Director of Transport, William Morgan in his presentation explained that, the evaluation was conducted based on five performance criteria, each allocated a score of 20%, culminating in a total score of 100%. He added that, the criteria included Policy, Strategy, Legislation Support; Institutional Administration & Management; Service Delivery; Financial Stewardship; and Accountability & Corruption Eradication.
He further stated that, the comprehensive assessment aimed to enhance transparency and ensure that agencies meet their strategic goals effectively.
He maintained that, the performance scores for the agencies were derived from their achievements across these criteria
He disclosed that, the Sierra Leone Ports Authority (SL PHA) emerged in the top position with a total score of 63%, earning a grade of B. They were closely followed by the Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SL CAA), which secured a total score of 60.5%, also receiving a grade of B. The Sierra Leone National Shipping Company (SLNSC) came in third with a score of 52%, graded as C+”.
He noted that, other agencies, including the Sierra Leone Airports Authority (SLAA), the Sierra Leone Maritime Administration (SLMA), and the Sierra Leone Roads Safety Authority (SLRSA), scored 51.0%, 49.5%, and 44.0% respectively, all receiving grades ranging from C+ to C-.
However, some agencies like the Sierra Leone Airport Authority International and Inland Boat (SLAAIIB) and the Sierra Leone Public Transport Authority (SL PTA) fell short, scoring 27.5% and 12%, both receiving grades of F”.
He furthered that, the evaluation of the poor performance of certain agencies could be attributed to the non-submission of necessary supporting documents. This evidence-based assessment highlighted the importance of thorough documentation and submission of performance data to ensure fair evaluation and accountability.
He emphasized the need for all agencies to submit their performance targets for the year 2025 by January 31st. A new round of performance contracts is anticipated to be signed by mid-February 2025, reinforcing the Ministry’s commitment to continuous improvement and effective service delivery across the sector.
He noted that, the performance contracts serve as a crucial tool in driving excellence within the transport and aviation sector.
He concluded by encouraging agencies to align their operations with strategic objectives, ensuring that the overall goals of the Ministry are met, while also promoting a culture of accountability and transparency.