Bio proposes six measures for peace in Sierra Leone
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Sierraloaded
Sierra Leonean President Julius Maada Bio proposed six measures to strengthen peace and national cohesion, including a peacebuilding fund and a peaceful electoral code. The proposals were presented at the opening of the National Conference on Unity and Social Cohesion, according to Sierraloaded.
Sierra Leonean President Julius Maada Bio proposed six measures to strengthen peace and social cohesion in the country on Monday 26 October in Freetown. He presented them at the opening of the National Conference on Unity and Social Cohesion, according to Sierraloaded.
The proposals include a national framework for action on peace and cohesion, as well as a fund to finance peacebuilding initiatives. Bio also recommended strengthening the inter-party dialogue committee and adopting a code of conduct for peaceful elections.
The president also proposed introducing civic and peace education in schools and creating a National Peace Week. He welcomed the presence at the conference of former President Ernest Bai Koroma and other former leaders, as well as the role of the Independent Commission for Peace and National Cohesion in organising the meeting.
The proposals were presented as Sierra Leone continues its national dialogue efforts. Julius Maada Bio is also due to open a forum dedicated to peace in Geneva, announced on 10 October.
