By Joseph Momoh | D.S Reporter
FREETOWN — Sierra Leone has produced its first ever recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust 100 Young Leaders Award.
Climate advocate Komrabai Dumbuya was presented the award on Monday by British High Commissioner Josephine Gauld in recognition of his work on climate action and sustainable development.
Dumbuya, 28, was selected from thousands of applicants across 56 Commonwealth countries. The award honours young people making a real difference in their communities.
Through his company Wanwod Development SL Ltd, Dumbuya is helping rural farmers adapt to climate change. His team trains communities in climate-smart agriculture, drought-resistant crops, and better soil management — all aimed at improving food security and creating sustainable livelihoods.
“This award belongs to the farmers in our villages,” Dumbuya said at the ceremony. “They are the ones fighting climate change every day to feed this nation.”
The Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust award recognises young leaders contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals and positive social change.
High Commissioner Gauld praised Dumbuya’s work as “inspiring” and said it shows the power of young Sierra Leoneans to lead solutions.
“Komrabai’s work proves that local action can have global impact,” Gauld said during the presentation.
Dumbuya’s recognition puts Sierra Leone on the map among Commonwealth youth leaders. Wanwod Development says it will use the award to expand to more districts and partner with government and NGOs on climate resilience.
For many young Sierra Leoneans, the win is proof that their work on climate and community development is getting global attention.
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