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Sierra Leone Government Announces New Economic Reform Strategy to Strengthen Growth

April 21, 2026

Sierra Leone’s government has introduced a new national economic reform strategy aimed at stabilizing the economy and accelerating sustainable growth. The initiative focuses on improving fiscal discipline, strengthening public institutions, and attracting foreign direct investment into key sectors such as mining, agriculture, and infrastructure development. According to government officials, the reform plan is designed to...

Government tightens immigration controls for foreign nationals, warns against non-compliance

April 15, 2026

The government this week announced that all foreign nationals residing or working in the country must now obtain valid biometric residence and work permits, as the old paper-based documentation is no longer valid. Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security and the Sierra Leone Immigration Department affirmed that failure to comply with this directive, which...

Orange’s NLe1.8m health aid brings fresh hope to rural mothers in Wai

April 1, 2026

Orange Sierra Leone has invested NLe1.8 million in a new ultra-modern health centre in Wai, Pujehun district. The upgraded facility expands access to maternal and child healthcare, emergency services, and life-saving treatment, offering renewed hope for rural communities and strengthening efforts to reduce maternal and child mortality in Sierra Leone.

Orange Foundation, UBA partner to reduce maternal deaths in York village

A partnership between Orange Foundation and UBA Foundation has transformed the maternity ward at York community health centre, providing modern delivery equipment and oxygen support to improve maternal healthcare services and encourage more women to seek skilled birth attendance.

Afrimoney, Ecobank launch prepaid visa card to boost financial inclusion in Sierra Leone

Afrimoney and Ecobank Sierra Leone have launched a co-branded prepaid Visa card designed to connect mobile money users to the global financial system. The development is intended to accelerate financial inclusion, expand digital payments, and support Sierra Leone's transition toward a cash-light economy.

Sierra Leone begins immigration crackdown June 1

A government task force will begin nationwide inspections on June 1 targeting foreign nationals living and working in Sierra Leone without valid residence and work permits. The move comes as authorities intensify enforcement of immigration laws following the end of a 90-day grace period.

EU Ambassador calls for swift extradition of Dutch cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers

The European Union Ambassador to Sierra Leone has called for the urgent extradition of convicted Dutch drug trafficker Jos Leijdekkers, warning that the high-profile case is damaging Sierra Leone’s international reputation and raising concerns over the country’s commitment to combating transnational organised crime.

West Africa’s economy rebounds to $833 billion in 2026 after losing 35% of GDP in two years

While the region began to recover after 2024, the total GDP of $833 billion in 2026 remains slightly below the $860 billion 2020 level, resulting in a net decline of approximately 3.16% over the full seven-year period.

Orange Foundation, UBA partner to reduce maternal deaths in York village

Afrimoney, Ecobank launch prepaid visa card to boost financial inclusion in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone begins immigration crackdown June 1

EU Ambassador calls for swift extradition of Dutch cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers

West Africa’s economy rebounds to $833 billion in 2026 after losing 35% of GDP in two years

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West Africa’s economy rebounds to $833 billion in 2026 after losing 35% of GDP in two years

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Orange Foundation, UBA partner to reduce maternal deaths in York village

Afrimoney, Ecobank launch prepaid visa card to boost financial inclusion in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone begins immigration crackdown June 1

EU Ambassador calls for swift extradition of Dutch cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers

West Africa’s economy rebounds to $833 billion in 2026 after losing 35% of GDP in two years

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