The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has confirmed a tragic building collapse at Cemetery Junction, Congress Road, on the evening of Saturday, March 29, 2025. The incident, which occurred at approximately 6:15 PM at No. 4 Congress Road, involved a one-storey structure housing a daycare on the upper floor and a residential dwelling below. At...Read More

Kpetema Village, Bo District, Southern Sierra Leone – Sunday, March 30, 2025 – Vice President of Sierra Leone and Chairman of the National Disaster Management Agency’s (NDMA) National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, visited Kpetema Village in Bumpe Ngao Chiefdom to sympathize with victims of the recent fire disaster and assess...Read More

Freetown, 24th March 2025 – The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has conducted a vulnerability risk assessment on a dangerously deteriorating two-storey building at 27 Garrison Street in Freetown’s Central Business District. The structure, owned by Dr. Onodi William, who resides in Denmark, has partially collapsed, with deep cracks posing an imminent threat to occupants...Read More

Freetown, 10th March 2025 – The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has conducted a preliminary impact assessment following a devastating fire outbreak at Race Course Road, Up Gun, Freetown, on Sunday, 9th March 2025, at approximately 11:30 PM. The fire completely destroyed 26 spare parts shops and four vehicles, resulting in substantial financial losses and...Read More

Freetown, 3rd February 2025 – In a continued effort to enhance disaster management awareness and transparency, Bournemouth University has supported the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) in constructing three Service Delivery Charter signposts and one billboard. The billboard has been erected at NDMA’s headquarters in Freetown, while the three signposts will be installed in key...Read More

Freetown, January 10, 2025 – The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has confirmed a tragic five-storey building collapse on Malama Thomas Street, Freetown, during a controlled demolition initiated by its owner. The incident, which occurred yesterday, claimed the life of one contractor and left four others severely injured. The NDMA had earlier assessed the building...Read More

Freetown, 14th October 2024 – The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) and its partners commemorated the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) under the theme: “Empowering the Next Generation for a Resilient Future.” The event, held at New Brookfields Hotel, highlighted the importance of prioritizing disaster preparedness and risk reduction, particularly among the youth,...Read More

Freetown, October 29, 2024 – On Thursday, October 24, Freetown was struck by intense rainfall, resulting in severe flooding and widespread damage across several communities. A team from the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), led by Director of Regional Coordination Paul Thomas, promptly visited the affected areas to assess the damage and provide support. The...Read More

Freetown, 10th October 2024 – The Sierra Leone Cabinet has approved three key policy documents for the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA): the National Disaster Risk Management Policy, the National Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Plan, and the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on Relief. These newly developed policies represent a significant step toward strengthening the agency’s...Read More

Freetown, NDMA Headquarters, 9th October 2024 – The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has officially launched its first-ever Service Delivery Charter, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to enhance transparency and service standards. The Charter outlines the Agency’s vision, mission, core values, and policy priorities, while clearly defining the roles and responsibilities of the...Read More