AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUN & Africa Day: Sierra Leone marked Africa Day with a high-level UN Headquarters dialogue on sustainable water and safe sanitation, with the country’s deputy permanent representative speaking on the OAU/AU legacy. Elections Support: The Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL) says it will provide logistical support for Guinean nationals’ legislative and municipal elections in Sierra Leone, including vehicles, drivers and access to polling centres. Tragedy in Government: Chief Minister David Sengeh’s close protection officer, Abdul Conteh, died in a fatal vehicle accident, prompting public tributes from the Chief Minister and his wife. Education & Loans: SLOAN-Sierra Leone has released interview dates for 2026/2027 student loan applicants across regional centres, with document verification requirements. Financial System Reform: Parliament passed amendments to strengthen Sierra Leone’s financial system through the Credit Reference Act 2025, replacing the 2011 law to regulate credit bureaus and improve access to credit. Digital Policy: Government has begun developing Sierra Leone’s first national AI strategy, led by the ICT ministry with World Bank support. Telecoms & Connectivity: Sierratel officials presented a SIM card to Vice President Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh during a courtesy visit focused on Sierra Leone’s telecoms and digital transformation agenda.
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