AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMining Sector Watch: Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Mines has engaged Marampa Mines Ltd to review its financial health and agree practical steps to protect the company’s continued operations and contribution to the mining economy. Budget & Revenue: Finance Minister Karefa Kargbo has launched the FY2027 budget process, pitching a fiscal reform push focused on boosting domestic revenue, tightening public financial management, and improving efficiency to support jobs and resilience. Public Finance & Labour: Government has met tertiary institutions over UASA’s strike notice, with the Wages and Compensation Commission assessing salary demands and their impact as negotiations continue. Energy & Cost Relief: Trade Minister Alpha Sesay says government has spent over US$8m on petroleum subsidies to cushion consumers from higher global fuel prices, with pump prices and subsidy rates cited. Infrastructure & Transport: Freetown’s $92.3m cable car project is technically cleared but still stuck at Cabinet approval, while separate road works are underway elsewhere in the region. Data for Industry Planning: Stats SL says nationwide mapping is complete ahead of the December 2026 census, supporting better enumeration and operational planning.
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