Sierra Leone Jumps from 52nd to 8th on Global Mining Contribution Index – Myk Berewa

Sierra Leone has recorded a notable improvement on the Mining Contribution Index (MCI), moving from 52nd position in 2022 to 8th position by 2025, according to a statement shared on Facebook by the State House Director of Communications, Myk Berewa.

The Mining Contribution Index, which assesses the contribution of the mining sector to national economies, measures factors such as mineral exports, government revenues from mining, employment, and the sector’s overall role in economic development. Sierra Leone’s sharp rise on the index suggests increased relevance of mining to the country’s economy over the assessed period.

In his post, Mr. Berewa described the improvement as an indication that the mining sector is expanding and showing signs of stronger performance. He further suggested that the progress positions the country for a more action-oriented approach in 2026, referring to it as a potential “Year of Action.”

The improved ranking comes amid ongoing government efforts to strengthen governance in the extractive sector, improve regulatory oversight, and increase the sector’s contribution to national revenue and development. Recent years have also seen renewed focus on value addition, transparency, and attracting responsible investment in mining.

While the rise in the MCI ranking reflects positive momentum, analysts note that sustaining the gains will depend on consistent policy implementation, effective regulation, and ensuring that mining activities translate into broad-based economic and social benefits for citizens.

The government has not yet released an official policy statement outlining specific actions planned for 2026, but the improved index performance is likely to feature prominently in discussions around economic planning and resource management going forward.