Infinity Power will collaborate closely with the Ministry of Energy to conduct feasibility studies, secure necessary permits, and finalize Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) with the Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA). Infinity Power and the Government of Sierra Leone represented by the Ministry of Energy have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop […]
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The collaborative efforts and extensive consultations underscore a collective dedication to creating policies that will stand the test of time and foster a more inclusive and professional media environment in Sierra Leone. Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MoICE), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Plan International, and New York University, held
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As a member of the ECOWAS Private Sector Group, WABA is involved in initiatives like the creation of a single currency, the ECOWAS Regional Payments System, and the centralised credit risk database, all aimed at fostering economic and monetary integration. The West African Bankers Association (WABA), an association of all the commercial and specialised banks
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We know the challenges that beset the judiciary, but it must be empowered now, more than ever, to expedite the prosecution of those involved in these heinous activities. Swift and transparent legal proceedings will serve as a deterrent to others who may consider engaging in similar conduct. It is essential that justice is not only
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Sierra Leone’s geographical position presents a tapestry of challenges in maintaining secure borders. The nation shares porous boundaries with Guinea and Liberia, facilitating the illicit movement of goods and people. Border security is key to safeguarding a nation’s sovereignty and stability. Nowhere is this more evident than in Sierra Leone, where a strategic geographic location on
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The forum also provided an opportunity for the Vice President to discuss the burgeoning energy sector in Sierra Leone. Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh outlined the government’s initiatives to harness renewable energy sources, such as solar and hydroelectric power, to address the country’s energy needs. A high-level delegation from Sierra Leone, led by Vice
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Without a robust energy infrastructure, sustainable progress in other areas remains elusive. Therefore, this Compact represents a significant step forward in Sierra Leone’s development journey. By Babatunde Rashid, Newport Beach, CA, USA The recent announcement that Sierra Leone has finally secured the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact from the United States Government has ignited a
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Now that the MCC compact is here, we expect to see the promise of an energy transition come to pass and have several positive impacts on the business environment in Sierra Leone. Sierra Leone, a small West African country rich in natural resources yet facing significant developmental challenges, may have just achieved a major socio-political
The investigators found pollution of rivers, lakes and lagoons in both Sierra Leone and Cameroon that they said could be linked to the company’s activities. In Sierra Leone, they also reported that the company doesn’t always apply measures to mitigate air pollution as proposed in the environmental, social and health impact assessment carried out when the plantation
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The Tech City will sit within a 130-acre special economic zone in Tikonko, Bo District in the middle of the country about 250 kilometers east of the capital Freetown. It is being adapted to support startups and innovators, according to the minister Sierra Leone is seeking to raise up to $150 million to roll out
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