NPHA assesses airport health security
The National Public Health Agency visited Freetown International Airport to boost surveillance and preparedness.
The National Public Health Agency (NPHA) conducted a health preparedness assessment at Freetown International Airport on Friday, October 30, 2026. The visit to the airport in Lungi aimed to strengthen public health surveillance, screening, and emergency readiness at Sierra Leone's primary international gateway.
During the assessment, the NPHA team reviewed Port Health operations and the Sierra Leone Health Travel Portal. They identified potential gaps and discussed improvements with airport stakeholders to enhance border health security and the detection of public health threats.
This initiative is part of the NPHA's ongoing work to improve health surveillance at entry points and protect travellers and the wider population.
Why it mattersThe NPHA's assessment at Freetown International Airport aims to improve health surveillance and preparedness for travellers and the wider population.