Sierra Leone’s Chief Justice, His Lordship Honourable Justice Komba Kamanda, has been crowned a HeForShe Champion in recognition of his continued commitment to advancing gender equality and promoting women’s empowerment.
The recognition and commendations are in acknowledgement of the several groundbreaking reforms spearheaded by the Honourable Chief Justice Kamanda in less than two years since his appointment in December 2024 by His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio.
Among the notable reforms are the establishment of three Sexual Offences Model Courts in the provinces; the recruitment and appointment of more female Judges and Magistrates, as well as the recruitment of the Judiciary’s first female Legal Researcher. Other unprecedented achievements include the first-ever Court of Appeal sittings in the provinces and the commissioning of the first Magistrate’s Court in Mile 91, Tonkolili District, alongside the assignment of the first resident Magistrate to serve Mile 91, covering four Chiefdoms and ten Sections.
Speaking at the event, the Founder of the SheArose Foundation, who also serves as Deputy Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Dr Kadijatu Grace Kamara, said the organisation was established to empower women while recognising and celebrating men who actively support women’s development, advancement and personal growth.
“We are only celebrating men of conscience and influence who stand with women and open doors for them,” Dr. Kamara said.
She added, “We know that women do not rise alone. It is in this spirit that the SheArose Summit 2026 proudly named His Lordship the Honourable Chief Justice Komba Kamanda as our Chief Honoree and HeForShe Champion.”
The Deputy Minister further commended the Chief Justice for his commitment to the growth and development of women, particularly through his leadership of the Judiciary.
“The Chief Justice holds firmly that women deserve a seat at the table where decisions are made. As head of Sierra Leone’s Judiciary, he has publicly pledged to advance equal rights to justice for all persons, and his leadership affirms that justice and equality belong to women as fully as to men,” she stated.
Addressing the Chief Justice, Dr. Kamara expressed appreciation for his support for women’s advancement, saying,
“My Lord, thank you for standing with the women of Sierra Leone. Your belief in women strengthens our nation, and your example inspires more men to become champions of equity.”
For further information, contact the Communications and Public Affairs Unit, Judiciary of Sierra Leone, visit www.judiciary.gov.sl or follow the Judiciary on our official social media platforms.
Copyright –Published in Expo Times News on Wednesday, 11th November 2026 (ExpoTimes News – Expo Media Group (expomediasl.com)
