Sierra Leone communicators' association SLACPRP marks its first anniversary
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Sierra Loaded
The Sierra Leone Association of Communications and Public Relations Professionals (SLACPRP) marked one year of existence on 8 November. It is now a member of the African Public Relations Association and has signed an agreement with its Kenyan counterpart, according to Sierra Loaded.
The Sierra Leone Association of Communications and Public Relations Professionals (SLACPRP) celebrated its first anniversary on Sunday 8 November 2026, one year after its online launch on 8 November 2025. The date concluded "SLACPRP Week", held from 2 to 8 November under the theme "It’s our week. Let’s make it count!", Sierra Loaded reports.
The week included online exchanges, in which members shared their experiences, and a social media countdown. A gathering, "SLACPRP at One", brought together members and partners on Friday 6 November. The association presented a membership management dashboard there.
Since its establishment, it has registered as a company limited by guarantee and been admitted to the African Public Relations Association (APRA). It has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Public Relations Society of Kenya and adhered to the African Declaration on the Professionalisation of Public Relations and Responsible Communication.
Nationally, it has engaged with the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ), the Independent Media Commission (IMC) and the Ministry of Information and Civic Education. It now has more than 40 members.
