Public officials in Sierra Leone are set to experience a more convenient asset declaration process following the introduction of a revamped digital platform by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC).
The new system is designed to simplify the declaration process, reduce the time required to complete submissions and improve accessibility for public officers ahead of the 2026 asset declaration exercise.
Speaking at the Government Weekly Press Conference held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at the Miatta Civic Conference Center in Freetown, ACC Coordinator of Operations Patrick Sandi disclosed that the Commission has worked with the Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) to upgrade the existing digital platform.
According to Sandi, the improvements are intended to remove some of the difficulties previously associated with asset declaration and make compliance more straightforward for public officials across the country.
He explained that the redesigned system now allows public officers to complete their asset declarations in less than 10 minutes, significantly improving the efficiency of a process that is legally required for eligible public officials.
As part of the digital transformation, the ACC has also introduced a short code through which declarants can access the asset declaration service using their mobile phones. The initiative is expected to make the platform more accessible, particularly to officials who may not always have immediate access to computers or conventional internet-based services.
Sandi described the introduction of the short code and other improvements as part of the Commission’s broader efforts to make asset declaration more user-friendly while strengthening compliance with Sierra Leone’s anti-corruption framework.
He further reminded public officials that asset declaration is not optional, but a legal obligation established under Section 119 of the Anti-Corruption Act, 2008, as amended. The provision requires public officials covered by the law to declare their income, assets and liabilities.
The ACC maintains that asset declaration remains an important mechanism for promoting transparency and accountability in public service. By requiring officials to disclose relevant financial interests, the process is intended to help prevent conflicts of interest, illicit enrichment and other forms of corruption.
The collaboration with DSTI also reflects the growing role of digital technology in the Government’s efforts to improve public-sector services and strengthen institutional accountability.
With the 2026 declaration exercise approaching, the ACC is expected to encourage public officials to take advantage of the upgraded platform and comply with their statutory obligations within the required period.
The Commission says the reforms ultimately seek to promote greater integrity in public life while making it easier for public officers to meet their responsibilities under the country’s anti-corruption laws.