AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDigital Connectivity: Orange Sierra Leone has discussed expanding network coverage, improving service reliability and investing in digital infrastructure with senior government officials. National Data: MoPED is seeking stronger coordination across government systems; a review found only about 30% effectively share information, while less than 1% of the national budget goes to data and statistics. Climate Finance: Sierra Leone is among the first ARISE adaptation programme participants, eligible to seek up to $30 million for resilience projects, including coastal protection and mangrove restoration. Investment and Trade: Sierra Leone and Morocco are advancing cooperation in agriculture, mining, industry, education and trade, with officials seeking to turn talks into investment and technical partnerships. Business Reform: A new online business registration system aims to cut red tape and attract investment. Jobs and Enterprise: The government is reviewing labour regulations after employers in sectors including mining and banking raised implementation concerns. Water Services: Guma Valley Water Company says low tariffs and operating costs are limiting investment, as the government plans a multi-year pricing framework by 2027. Extractives: Audit Service Sierra Leone will lead and independently verify the 2024–25 EITI report, strengthening oversight of mining revenue disclosures.
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