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Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, has called on Sierra Leoneans in the diaspora to invest in the country’s growing tourism and cultural sectors, highlighting government-backed opportunities during the Sierra Leone Diaspora Investment Meeting in London.
Speaking as a panellist, Minister Tunis outlined the Ministry’s efforts to strengthen collaboration with the private sector and create a favourable environment for investment. She explained that while the Ministry of Trade oversees the broader investment framework, the Ministry of Tourism contributes by assessing the structural and environmental sustainability of tourism-related investments.
She also highlighted ongoing efforts to improve facilities at Bureh Beach and revealed that 6,000 hectares of land have been made available through the Ministry of Lands to support tourism development.
Further, Minister Tunis emphasised that tourism is not only an economic driver but also a powerful tool for environmental protection. By creating sustainable livelihoods in forest communities, tourism helps preserve natural resources while generating income and investment opportunities for local people and diaspora investors alike.
Additionally, Minister Tunis noted that 2026 has been designated as the “Year of Culture and Creativity.” She underscored the Ministry’s commitment to transforming culture into a viable economic sector through investments in arts and crafts, fashion, entertainment, and gastronomy, while promoting the message that “Tourism business na all man business.”
Finally, she further unveiled a series of flagship events scheduled for 2026, including the National Food Expo, the African Gastronomy Event, and the One Nation Reggae Festival. Describing these initiatives as key pillars of Sierra Leone’s cultural and tourism development agenda, Minister Tunis encouraged members of the diaspora to seize the opportunities available and partner with the government in building a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable tourism economy.
