Freetown, 5th December 2025: Sierra Leone’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Henry Musa Kpaka, has hailed the passage of the Finance Act 2026 as a major victory for the government’s flagship Feed Salone program, describing new measures as critical to strengthening local food production.
The Act introduces a 35% import duty on eggs and tomato paste, a move designed to protect domestic producers and encourage investment in the agricultural sector.
“There are major wins for Feed Salone in the Finance Act 2026. The new 35% import duty on eggs and tomato paste gives local producers the protection they need to grow and compete. We are already seeing strong new investments, especially in poultry, to boost local production,” Kpaka said.
He emphasized that the government remains committed to supporting agribusinesses through Feed Salone, ensuring they have the tools to expand and thrive.
“Under Feed Salone, we remain committed to helping these businesses set up, scale, and competitive. Thank you to the Ministry of Finance and Parliament for this strategic, revenue-enhancing policy.”
The Feed Salone initiative, launched to reduce Sierra Leone’s reliance on food imports and strengthen food security, has been a cornerstone of the government’s agricultural agenda.
Officials say the new tariff measures will not only protect local farmers but also stimulate job creation and enhance revenue generation.
