A Liberian government delegation, headed by Director-General of the Cabinet Nathaniel T. Kwabo, is in Sierra Leone for a week-long study tour aimed at improving performance management and strengthening institutional accountability. The visit, which began on February 24 and will conclude on March 1, 2025, is part of Liberia’s broader effort to enhance public sector efficiency following the introduction of a new performance monitoring system.
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai recently launched Liberia’s Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS), a governance reform initiative focused on improving service delivery and ensuring transparency across government ministries and agencies. The system is overseen by the Office of the Director-General of the Cabinet and requires public institutions to align their operations with national development goals. With 90 institutions already under performance contracts for the 2024 cycle, Liberia is preparing to conduct Annual Performance Appraisals in March, during which President Boakai will directly assess each institution’s progress.
The visit to Sierra Leone is intended to draw lessons from the country’s successful implementation of a similar performance management model. Upon arrival, the delegation held a series of meetings with senior officials from the Office of the Chief Minister and the Cabinet Secretariat. These discussions focused on how Sierra Leone monitors government performance, enforces compliance, and evaluates institutional effectiveness.
During the opening meeting, Nathaniel T. Kwabo expressed appreciation to the Sierra Leonean government for facilitating the exchange and reaffirmed Liberia’s commitment to adopting practical solutions that will improve public service delivery. In turn, Sierra Leonean officials welcomed the delegation and pledged to share insights on their performance management processes to ensure a meaningful collaboration.
Key presentations from the Sierra Leonean government highlighted the planning and evaluation mechanisms that support their performance management system. Officials explained how the President’s Delivery Unit works with the Chief Minister’s Office to track government agencies’ compliance with established targets. The system also integrates performance goals with the national budgeting process, ensuring that public funds are aligned with measurable outcomes.
A major theme throughout the discussions was the importance of political leadership in maintaining accountability. Sierra Leonean officials emphasized that strong oversight from the executive branch is essential to enforcing performance standards. They also highlighted the role of public engagement in promoting government transparency and holding officials responsible for meeting national development objectives.
For Liberia, the study tour represents a critical step toward improving governance. By learning from Sierra Leone’s experience, the Boakai administration aims to strengthen institutional performance and reduce inefficiencies. Officials hope that insights gained from the visit will shape policies that improve the delivery of public services and promote sustainable development.
Throughout the week, the Liberian delegation is expected to engage with various government institutions and technical teams, gathering information to refine the implementation of the PMCS upon their return.
