President Praises SLRSA for Bold Reforms and Digital Innovations in Road Safety

7th August 2025 – Kissy Road, Freetown
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In his address at the third session of the Sixth Parliament of the Republic of Sierra Leone, His Excellency the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces hailed the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) for its groundbreaking reforms and technological advancements in road safety management.

The President commended the Authority’s modernization drive, which has introduced Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) vehicle licenses, digital number plates, life cards, fitness certificates, and biometric driver’s licenses. These innovations, he emphasized, are helping curb fraud, improve traffic security, and strengthen accountability nationwide.

“New systems enhance vehicle traceability, reduce identity fraud, and strengthen accountability,” the President affirmed.

He further applauded SLRSA’s expanded service delivery, including new centers in the Eastern and Western areas of Freetown, a mobile registration unit for remote communities, and modern queuing systems at the Kissy Road and Mile 6 offices
soon to be rolled out in Bo and Kenema.

The President also announced the upcoming launch of a real-time service monitoring dashboard, developed with Autospect, to boost transparency and oversight. On enforcement, he noted the increased clamping and towing of abandoned or illegally parked vehicles in Central Freetown.

Special recognition was given to the Highway Management Unit at Mile 91 for enhancing road patrols and improving intercity travel safety.

Since the appointment of Mr. James Baggie Bio as Executive Director, alongside Deputy Director Mr. Josie Abraham Scott-Manga, Board Chairman AIG (Rtd) Thomas Mustapha Lahai, the Board, and Management Team, the SLRSA has pursued bold, innovative measures aimed at transforming road safety nationwide.