𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐥… 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨

Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) Mayoral Candidate for Freetown, Mohamed Gento Kamara, on Saturday launched his ‘Freetown For We All’ manifesto, promising to fix the city which has always been in control of the All People’s Congress (APC) party, and people of Krio descent.

Speaking at the prestigious Hub Hotel & Restaurant in Freetown, Gento said he had devoted a lot of his manifesto to showing how he will get the council sufficiently well-led and well-managed for him to be able to deliver anything.

“As your Mayor, I am committed to fixing this city so that it works for all of us. My focus will be on providing clean water, sanitation services, job creation, and public spaces – including dignified health centers, marketplaces, and recreational facilities for all,” Gento said.

“We will enhance access to public services in a manner which appreciates the self-worth of all citizens. I will purposefully include those who have traditionally been marginalized and forgotten by society.”

“By cleaning the mess, instilling order, and creating employment opportunities throughout the city, we will enable everyone to rise and live in dignity, from East-End to Aberdeen, from Kekeh riders to market sellers, to the footballers, to fishermen, to tailors to artists, and business executives.”

He also promised to put socio-economic framework in place. “We can all begin to enjoy what Freetown has to offer – a vibrant culture and beautiful city, where all citizens can pursue their dreams.”

He added: “I believe in an inclusive, accessible and accountable local government, which is responsive to the needs of all people no matter their heritage or status… “Our city leadership will also respect and collaborate with chiefs, traditional and religious leaders, and local community leaders – so that no one is left behind.”

“A Freetown of safety and dignity for everyone is a Freetown where wellness is prioritized. In addition to the preventive public health initiatives, I will prioritize water and sanitation. I will also ensure expanded access to healthcare, recreational centers, and other public services in our city.”

Gento also promised to collaborate with the Central Government and the Ministry of Health to improve the effective management of existing health facilities including Connaught and PCMH (Cottage) Hospitals.

Beyond these commitments, he also prioritized the creation of public spaces for all – places where children can play in safety, and connect with each other – where people can sell goods, and gather together as one.

He also envisioned establishing more conducive markets, community meeting points, and friendly outdoor sports facilities.