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The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has convened a four-day retreat in Kenema to assess the implementation of the Productive Social Safety Net and Youth Empowerment (PSSNYE) project.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, implementing partners, and ACC staff, to review progress, address challenges, and strengthen the project’s anti-corruption measures.
A core focus of the retreat was on the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM), which the ACC oversees. The commission aims to ensure that the $42 million project funds reach intended beneficiaries without being diverted through corruption.
ACC Commissioner Francis Ben Kaifala expressed satisfaction with the progress made in previous Social Safety Net projects but stressed the importance of maintaining vigilance. “Our involvement has been instrumental in preventing corruption in cash transfer programs,” he said. “We must continue this trajectory and ensure that vulnerable Sierra Leoneans receive the support they deserve.”
The retreat served as a platform for participants to share experiences, identify challenges, and develop strategies to enhance the project’s effectiveness. The ACC emphasized its commitment to providing necessary support to project teams and implementing robust anti-corruption measures.
When will the cash transfer to be made to beneficiaries