APC's Joseph F. Kamara Criticizes Government's Economic Policies and Project Implementation

APC's Joseph F. Kamara Criticizes Government's Economic Policies and Project Implementation

APC's Joseph F. Kamara Criticizes Government's Economic Policies and Project Implementation

Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara, a flagbearer aspirant for the main opposition All People's Congress (APC) party, has strongly criticized the current government's handling of the economy, the pervasive issue of poverty, and what he describes as a series of failed projects.

Speaking on Liberty Online TV on Monday, September 1, 2025, Kamara asserted that the opposition has a duty to scrutinize government actions, particularly concerning the budget and the delivery of services to the populace.

Kamara specifically targeted the 2025 fiscal budget, labeling it a misalignment and arguing that despite being touted as a people-centered or developed budget, a closer look reveals little tangible benefit for citizens. He highlighted a significant increase in financial allocations for the President (over two hundred percent), Vice President, and Chief Minister, suggesting these increments are not translating into actual delivery or connection with the people.

He also voiced concerns about the Agriculture Feed Salone project, questioning whether the substantial funds allocated ever reach the intended beneficiaries or arrive in a timely manner.

Kamara extended his critique to the health sector, pointing to the government's perceived inaction on issues like the mpox sickness and the growing problem of youth drug addiction, despite available funding. He contended that the government's priorities often remain only on paper.

According to Kamara, the very title people's centered budget is a misnomer, as the budget's true focus appears to be on government priorities, with the people merely being mentioned in it rather than being central to its operation or implementation.

Kamara reportedly details how the budget comes at a time when Sierra Leone continues to grapple with significant micro-economy challenges, including high inflation, debt distress, and widespread poverty affecting a substantial portion of the population.

While acknowledging that the government mentions measures to cushion poverty, Kamara dismissed them as only in peace mode, lacking a holistic approach and sometimes sincerity.

He did, however, concede that the opposition would credit the government where it performs well, citing the Chief Minister's engagement with rice importers, which led to a beautiful medium benefit.

Yet, he swiftly added that the resulting reduction in rice prices was so small it made no significant difference to buyers. Kamara emphasized that government actions should tangibly reflect on the lives of its citizens.

He lamented that the public is suffering due to a lack of communication from the government, suggesting the opposition should engage more to help the people of Sierra Leone.

Kamara further accused the government of misleading the public regarding inflation figures. He challenged the claim of bringing inflation to single digits, stating that it remains around 44 percent.

He expressed skepticism about any variables that could realistically reduce inflation to 7 percent, going so far as to challenge the legality of any document suggesting such a figure.

In a call to his followers, the flagbearer aspirant urged them to focus not just on votes, but on addressing critical issues that can truly transform people's lives.