Inspired by New, Big & Bold Ideas
For A Better Sierra Leone
Let's Make Sierra Leone a Better Place for our Present and Future Generations
Over 60% of Sierra Leoneans live in extreme poverty today. The country remains among the world’s poorest countries, ranking 182nd out of 189 countries in the Human Development Index in 2020. Decades of economic decline and 11 years of armed conflict had dramatic consequences on the economy. Poverty remains widespread.
We need to do something new and bold to get our country back on track. We have to solve our challenges with bold, innovative ideas. Without these ideas and a real plan for progress, we cannot utilize our country’s capacity to help people when they need it most.
Watch these videos to learn a little bit about hardship and poverty in Sierra Leone
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU.
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BUILDING A BETTER SIERRA LEONE STARTS WITH NEW IDEAS.
While I deeply respect and take pride in the accomplishments of our great leaders and our party's rich history, our focus must now shift toward the future. We must elect a leader who honours our legacy and actively engages and inspires new, younger voices within our party. Embracing the diverse backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and beliefs of all Sierra Leoneans is essential for our progress.
This campaign is about vision, renewal, and unity—a call for innovative leadership to rally our party and nation around bold ideas for economic revival. Our economy is in critical condition, and the repercussions of inaction will be felt for years. The APC Party must lead the charge in championing economic prosperity, and for that, we need a new, committed leader with forward-looking ideas to make prosperity a reality for all Sierra Leoneans.
I understand the aspirations and needs of our members both at home and in the diaspora, and I pledge to ensure that every voice is heard. As a long-time member of the APC Party, I am passionately committed to our cause and to securing a brighter future for our country.
My vision is built on three foundational pillars—People, the Economy, and the Environment. By balancing the impact of each, we can create a sustainable and prosperous Sierra Leone for all.
Dr. Richard Konteh's Message To
APC Party Members and Supporters
Dear Comrades of the Mighty APC Party,
Our party stands at a pivotal moment. While we face internal challenges and external pressures aimed at exploiting our vulnerabilities, this is not a time for despair—it is a call for decisive, innovative, and bold action. We must remember our identity as a party founded on unity, equality, and progress.
Together, we have surmounted great obstacles. We fought for independence, weathered countless storms, and paved the way toward a brighter Sierra Leone. Today, we encounter a new test of our resilience, yet our spirit remains unbroken.
We acknowledge the internal issues before us, and I am committed to fostering open dialogue, transparency, and meaningful reforms. We must rebuild trust and strengthen our internal structures, ensuring every voice is heard, and every member is valued.
Externally, we will not be swayed by those who seek to divide and destabilize our mighty APC. We will stand firm in our defence of democracy, good governance, and the rights of all Sierra Leoneans.
My vision is clear and unwavering: a Sierra Leone where every citizen has the opportunity to thrive. I believe in equal opportunity for all, regardless of tribe, ethnicity, region, or background. I stand for quality education, accessible healthcare, and sustainable economic prosperity for every citizen.
This is not the fight of a select few—it is the collective struggle of every APC member, supporter, and every Sierra Leonean who dreams of a better tomorrow. I invite you to join me. Raise your voice, engage in constructive conversation, and be integral to the solution.
Together, we are the Mighty APC Party! Together, we will overcome our challenges! Together, we will build a brighter future for Sierra Leone!
Join me in this noble cause. Let us show what we can achieve when we unite.
Dr. Richard Konteh
(The Unifier)
Dr. Richard Konteh's Vision
for the APC Party
My vision is an All People's Congress (APC) Party that stands as a symbol of strength and unwavering dedication to the people of Sierra Leone. Through collective strength, we aim to overcome challenges, rebuild trust and hope, and lead Sierra Leone into an era of prosperity, ensuring every citizen reaps the benefits of a united and forward-looking APC Party.
There is power in diversity and unity!
Dr. Konteh will make sure our democracy includes everyone.
The APC Party constituencies and our supporters are more diverse today than 25 years ago. To be effective, the APC Party needs to reflect these realities.
I, Dr. Konteh, will ensure that all our supporters who have been historically excluded are brought back to the decision-making body and that their presence is reflected in our constituencies.
There is great talent in our youth!
Dr. Konteh will create the space to nurture and grow our youths.
Nurturing our young talent within the APC Party will be my key priority, which will positively impact our political culture, the growth of our base, and future election successes.
I, Dr. Konteh, am persuaded that nurturing talent in the APC Party will keep our supporters engaged, loyal and productive – this, in turn, will help the APC Party become successful in election governance and help our party in its drive toward the ultimate goal of winning the 2023 elections.
I will empower the youth wing and create avenues for growth and excellence. Our future depends on our vibrant young generations.
There is strength in the APC diaspora!
Dr. Konteh will create real engagement to utilize our diaspora members' expertise and contributions.
The role played by the APC Party members in the diaspora has enabled tremendous change in the party and the country. Yet our members in the diaspora are side-lined. Diaspora expertise and contributions must be better leveraged to transform the APC Party and the nation. Empowerment means recognition of and partnership with diaspora actors (branches and chapters).
I, Dr. Konteh, will create capacity development programmes that build more vital diaspora organizations.
I will create real engagement to utilize our diaspora members' expertise and contributions.
We've got to make sure our democracy includes everyone.
Richard Konteh's Vision for Sierra Leone
I envision a transformed Sierra Leone where every citizen thrives in a landscape of peace, prosperity, and opportunity. My commitment to national transformation is anchored in five key priority areas:
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Promoting Peace, National Security, & Good Governance:
We will build a foundation of lasting peace and security by strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring transparent, accountable leadership that unites our nation. -
Agriculture, Food Security, Diversification & Value Addition:
By revolutionizing our agricultural sector and promoting sustainable practices, we will secure our food supply, diversify our economy, and add value to our natural resources—empowering our farmers and driving rural prosperity. -
Development of Human Capital & Social Services:
Investing in education, healthcare, and social welfare will unlock the potential of our people, creating a skilled and resilient workforce ready to lead Sierra Leone into a bright future. -
Infrastructure and Industrialization:
Strategic investments in modern infrastructure and industrial development will catalyze progress, connecting communities and fueling economic growth across every region of our nation. -
Economy and Private Sector Development:
A vibrant private sector is essential for sustainable growth. Through targeted initiatives to foster entrepreneurship, attract investment, and stimulate innovation, we will build an economy that benefits every Sierra Leonean.
Together, these pillars form the bedrock of my vision—a Sierra Leone that stands as a beacon of hope and progress. I am dedicated to uniting our people, leveraging our strengths, and driving the bold, transformative change that will ensure a prosperous and inclusive future for all. Let us work together to build the Sierra Leone we all deserve.
A better Sierra Leone starts with building strong Sierra Leoneans and strong communities. We need to think and talk about policy through the lens of quality of life for people and families in the communities where they live. As a family man and entrepreneur, Richard Konteh is committed to restoring the promise of a better Sierra Leone for everyone - young and old.
A strong economy gives us the ability to support people and families. In turn, building a strong, innovative, and aspirational workforce is critical to our success in a 21st-century economy. We need to build on our traditional strengths by welcoming new industries, new entrepreneurs and new ideas into the conversation. Richard Konteh will inspire the next generation of business leaders, who share our values but too often don’t see themselves in our Party.
Sierra Leoneans care deeply about the environment as stewards of an incredible landscape with an immense natural resource endowment. We all want our children and grandchildren to grow up on a healthy planet, and environmental protection is an urgent global priority. Richard Konteh will promote environmental renewal through innovation, conservation, and preservation of our biodiversity.