Sierra Leone’s ability to respond to a potential Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) outbreak has been assessed at 51 percent readiness, significantly below the World Health Organization (WHO) benchmark of 80 percent, according to findings presented at a high‑level stakeholder engagement convened by the National Public Health Agency (NPHA) and the Ministry of Health.
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Sierra Leone’s energy sector is set for a major transformation with a $480 million grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), backed by an additional $14.2 million contribution from the Government of Sierra Leone. Together, these investments are expected to deliver affordable and reliable electricity to 4.6 million people, according to MCC Deputy Vice President for Africa, Alicia Robinson Morgan
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Geres, a French international NGO specialising in climate change mitigation and energy access, has officially launched its Energy for Business (E4B) project to unlock the productive potential of rural Sierra Leone through clean, sustainable energy.
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Orange Sierra Leone was proud to participate in the 7th Consumer Parliament hosted by NATCA on 22nd May 2026. Held at the Kenema City Council Hall, the event brought together consumers, regulators, Members of Parliament, telecommunications service providers, consumer protection agencies, and key industry stakeholders to engage on issues affecting customers and the telecommunications sector.
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Sierra Leone’s passport has been ranked 73rd worldwide in the latest Henley Passport Index, granting holders visa‑free or visa‑on‑arrival access to 62 destinations. While this marks modest global mobility, the ranking places Sierra Leone behind several of its West African neighbours, underscoring the region’s uneven progress in travel freedom.
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