By Amin Kef (Ranger)

The United States Embassy in Freetown has on September 18, 2025 announced the resignation of U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone Bryan D. Hunt, effective September 17, 2025. Embassy officials said Ambassador Bryan D. Hunt submitted his resignation to the White House, citing personal reasons related to family medical consideration and will not be returning to Freetown. Chargé d’Affaires Jared Yancey will continue to lead the mission pending further guidance from Washington.

Ambassador Bryan D. Hunt served for two years in Sierra Leone, during which he focused on deepening bilateral cooperation in public health, security sector partnerships and economic growth initiatives. Embassy staff credited his tenure with helping to advance shared priorities between the two countries, noting his active engagement with Government institutions, civil society and development partners.

In a message to Embassy personnel, Ambassador Bryan D.Hunt expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve: “I have loved every moment of my time in Sierra Leone and deeply admire the work you all do to advance the U.S.-Sierra Leone relationship.”

The Embassy emphasized that the United States remains committed to its partnership with Sierra Leone and will continue collaborative work with the Government and people of Sierra Leone to build on recent gains. Day-to-day operations and diplomatic engagement will be overseen by the Chargé d’Affaires while normal procedures for leadership transition proceed. https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/u-s-ambassador-bryan-d-hunt-resigns-charge-daffaires-jared-yancey-leads-embassy/