The Executive of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ), in a notice dated June 2, 2025, has postponed its Elective Congress—originally scheduled for June 6–7, 2025—to June 13–14, 2025, at the same venue and time.
According to the Executive, the decision has been necessitated by the expectation that Friday, 6th June 2025, is Dunkay Sally Pray Day, and will be declared a public holiday. In that light, the Executive, in consultation with the SLAJ Electoral Commission (SLAJEC) agreed to the change of date to ensure smooth and inclusive conduct of the Congress.
The notice clarifies that the change of date does not reopen the window for payment of dues or registration of new voters in relation to voting in the upcoming elections, adding that all eligibility requirements and deadlines previously announced by the Executive and SLAJEC remain in effect.
It disclosed that, SLAJEC will soon issue an updated timetable to reflect adjustments necessitated by the new Congress dates.
The Executive apologizes for any inconvenience the change of date may cause to members and to candidates contesting for various positions. The Executive confirmed its committed to providing the necessary support to ensure a free, fair, and credible electoral process under the supervision of SLAJEC.