Freetown, 7th April 2026- Sierra Leone’s currency, the Leone, came under renewed pressure last week as the US dollar strengthened globally, raising fresh concerns about inflation in the West African nation.
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Freetown, 7th April 2026- Global hospitality giant Hilton has announced plans to open Sierra Leone’s first internationally branded airport hotel later this year, marking a significant milestone for the country’s tourism and investment landscape.
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Freetown, 7th April 2026 — The Bank of Sierra Leone has kept its benchmark Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) unchanged at 16.75 percent, following a meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) chaired by Governor Dr. Ibrahim L. Stevens on March 26, 2026. The decision, approved by the Bank’s Board of Directors on March 27, comes as inflationary pressures mount at home and global economic conditions grow increasingly fragile.
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Freetown, 7th April 2026 – Under the theme “Fostering Trade Facilitation Through Digitization and Collaborative Compliance”, the Association of Clearing and Forwarding has officially transitioned into the Sierra Leone Customs Brokers Union, signaling a stronger and more unified body for the sector. The launch brought together stakeholders from ministries and institutions across the country.
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Freetown, 7th April 2026 – The United Nations Assistant Secretary General (ASG) for Youth Affairs, Dr. Felipe Paullier, has paid a courtesy visit to the Obasanjo Skills Acquisition and Youth Transformation College in Newton, Western Area Rural.
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