In a significant step towards enhancing land management and administration services, the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Country Planning has kicked off a three-day capacity building training program at Sierra Palms.
This initiative is part of a broader project focused on institutional reforms and capacity building, aimed at improving the quality of services provided to the public in the course of land administration.
The training has attracted a diverse group of participants, including the University of Sierra Leone, Njala University, and Eastern Technical University in Kenema.
Additionally, representatives from various departments within the Ministry, the National Land Commission, and other state actors are taking part in this training.
This collaboration reflects a collective commitment to advancing land governance and ensuring that all stakeholders are well-equipped to meet the challenges in this critical sector.
Essential topics including International Best Practices in land administration, Fit-For-Purpose Land Administration strategies, advancements in surveying technologies and tools, as well as the principles and practices of land title registrations. These sessions are designed not only to impart knowledge but also to foster discussions and share experiences that can lead to innovative solutions in land management.
The training is being facilitated by a team of experts from Kadaster, a renowned Dutch land registry and mapping agency, alongside faculty from the School of Land Administration and ITC at the University of Twente in the Netherlands. Their wealth of experience and knowledge in land administration is expected to provide participants with invaluable insights and practical skills that they can apply in their respective roles.
As the training progresses, participants are eager to engage with the material and learn how to implement these best practices in their work. The Ministry believes that by investing in the capacity of its workforce and stakeholders, it can significantly enhance the delivery of land services to the public, ultimately contributing to sustainable development and improved livelihoods.
This training program is just the beginning, with plans for additional sessions and workshops in the future to ensure ongoing development and support for all involved in land administration.
The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Country Planning remains committed to fostering a well-informed and skilled workforce that can navigate the complexities of land management in today’s dynamic environment.
