For the first time in Sierra Leone’s post-war history, the government is moving to establish a fixed calendar for parliamentary elections, ending decades of unpredictable legislative poll schedules.

The reform is contained in the 2025 Constitutional Amendment Bill, which is currently under review. If adopted, the amendment will permanently fix general elections for the second Saturday of November every five years.

Authorities say the move is aimed at strengthening democratic stability, improving electoral planning, and ensuring greater predictability in the country’s political calendar.