OPINION: MCC Compact Announcement Ignites a Wave of Optimism Across Sierra Leone

Economy, Opinions, Politics /

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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EDITORIAL: Sierra Leone’s $480 Million MCC Compact Programme Will Address Energy Demands and Grow Local Businesses

Business, Editorials, Politics /

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

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More Abuses at Socfin Plantations in Sierra Leone, Cameroon

Business, Environment, Politics /

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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Empowering Entrepreneurs and Enabling Movement: Watu’s Impact in Remote Sierra Leone

Agriculture, Business, Economy /

The economic ripple effects of Watu’s bike financing program are substantial. By facilitating the movement of people and goods, local businesses can thrive. Increased access to markets allows farmers and artisans to sell their products more widely, which boosts local commerce. By Mohamed Sheriff Bah In many remote areas of Sierra Leone, access to transportation

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Kazakhstan To Share IT Solutions With Sierra Leone

Business, Economy, Politics /

…today Kazakhstan holds high positions in international rankings in the field of e-government. According to the United Nations E-Government Survey, our country is in 28th place among 193 states on the index of e-government development (UN Global E-Government Development Index); in addition to the 8th place on the index of quality of online services. Within

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Rumours of Fresh Elections: President Bio Reiterates No Elections till 2028

Politics /

During the period under review, the Commission prioritised the implementation of 167 key activities outlined in the plan, of which 108 had been fully implemented, 25 had been partially implemented, 26 were being implemented and 8 were yet to be implemented. Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio has reiterated his earlier public statements that, as

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Building Bridges and Futures: Enhancing Market Access for Sierra Leone’s Farmers

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The World Bank has been instrumental in Sierra Leone’s journey towards a robust, inclusive, and competitive economy. This commitment is evident in the strategic investments made to overcome the challenges of connectivity that have historically impeded mobility and limited access to essential services for both urban dwellers and rural agricultural producers. JUNE 10, 2024 In

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