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Bank of Sierra Leone Holds Policy Rate at 16.75% Amid Rising Inflation and Global Uncertainty

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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Association of Clearing and Forwarding Transitions into Sierra Leone Customs Brokers Union

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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APC Condemns Hostile Rhetoric, Urges Calm Among Supporters

Freetown, 7th April, 2026 — The All People’s Congress (APC) has expressed grave concern over what it describes as “deeply troubling” remarks allegedly made by senior figures within the ruling establishment, including the Deputy Minister of Information, the SLPP Chairman, and statements attributed to President Julius Maada Bio.

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