Order of the Republic (Sierra Leone)

The Order of the Republic is a decoration established by President Siaka Stevens to honour Sierra Leoneans in recognition of distinguished and dedicated service to the state. It is awarded annually by the President of Sierra Leone. Sierra Leonean awards, including the Order of the Rokel, do not have post-nominal titles, and while there are no official abbreviations, the most common are GCRSL (Grand Commander), CRSL (Commander), ORSL (Officer) and MRSL (Member).

History
It was established in 1972 by President Siaka Stevens and comprises four classes across both civil and military divisions.

Classes
The order is composed of the following classes of merit:


 * Grand Commander (GCRSL)
 * Commander (CRSL)
 * Officer (ORSL)
 * Member (MRSL)

Insignia

 * The ribbon has three verticle stripes: green, white, and blue, the colours of the Flag of Sierra Leone.

Notable recipients

 * Dr. Thomas Kahota Kargbo (GCOR), 2014
 * Francis Minah (GCOR), 1981
 * Samura Matthew Wilson Kamara (CRSL), 2014
 * Dr. Bernadette Lahai (CRSL), 2014
 * Ibrahim Rassin Bundu (CRSL), 2014
 * Victor Bockarie Foh (CRSL), 2014
 * General Sir David Julian Richards (CRSL), 2014
 * Harold Hanciles J.P. (CRSL), 2014
 * Phillipson Humaro Kamara (CRSL), 2014
 * Ajibola Emmanuel Manly Spain (CRSL), 2014
 * Salman of Saudi Arabia (CRSL), 2017