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TVET Skills Push: Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Technical and Higher Education held talks with partners and agribusiness stakeholders on reforming TVET to better match labour market needs, modernise curricula, and strengthen links between training institutions and the agriculture sector. Agriculture & Energy Access: Dr Kandeh Yumkella commissioned an Integrated Energy Centre in Fogbo Village to expand renewable power, entrepreneurship support, and skills development for rural communities. Infrastructure Financing: The government secured US$125m from the World Bank to drive energy, digital integration, and road connectivity, including solar power and corridor asset management. Telecom Investment: Sierra Leone’s telecom sector has attracted over $400m since 2021, with major gains in fibre backbone coverage, network reach, and service quality. Border Surveillance Upgrade: The Ministry of Agriculture received motorbikes and diagnostic equipment to strengthen surveillance and disease detection at key entry points. Parliament Probe: Parliament launched an investigation into “Musa Dollar” Musa Koroma’s alleged illegal fees and government contract dealings. Public Safety Projects: Sierra Leone Police plan to commission three projects covering policing infrastructure, a new forensic lab, and healthcare support. Housing for Public Servants: Sierra Leone signed an MoU with So Afri Loge for affordable housing units for civil and public servants. Trade & Industry Linkages: A Nigeria–Sierra Leone trade fair is set for 27 July–9 August 2026 in Freetown to boost market access for “Made-in-Nigeria” goods.

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