President Julius Maada Bio has reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the World Bank Group during a meeting with the Bank’s Regional Vice President for Western and Central Africa, Ousmane Diagana, on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
Finance Minister Karefa Kargbo, who introduced the World Bank delegation, expressed gratitude for the institution’s ongoing support. He highlighted the tangible benefits from their collaboration under the Country Partnership Framework (CPF), which focuses on expanding energy access, developing human capital, and enhancing infrastructure.
Diagana, speaking for the World Bank, praised President Bio’s leadership, particularly during his tenure as Chairman of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government. He reiterated the Bank’s commitment to supporting projects aligned with Sierra Leone’s national priorities.
In response, President Bio described the World Bank partnership as reliable and impactful, noting improvements in communities, such as new bridges that enhance connectivity and access to markets. He emphasised the government’s goal of securing strategic investments that deliver sustainable benefits.
Both parties agreed to boost development cooperation, committing to investments that will elevate infrastructure and human capital while supporting the country’s long-term development goals. The World Bank delegation confirmed its readiness to collaborate with the government as projects transition from planning to implementation.
