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Africa Global Logistics (AGL) has announced a $60 million investment to modernize and expand the Port of Freetown, with the company aiming to position Sierra Leone as a growing hub for regional and international trade.
Regional Managing Director Captain Fabjanko Kokan disclosed the plan during a media engagement at the Queen Elizabeth II Quay, outlining infrastructure upgrades and community-focused initiatives.
Under AGL’s 2026 investment plan, the company has already delivered equipment worth over $5 million. The equipment is being operated by Sierra Leoneans following training provided by 11 technical experts from Côte d’Ivoire. Additional machinery valued at more than $24 million has been ordered, including:
1 Ship-to-Shore crane worth $13.6 million
2 Rubber-Tyred Gantry cranes worth $6.5 million
9 Electric terminal tractors worth $2.2 million
4 Forklifts worth $760,000
2 Reach stackers worth $800,000
2 Empty handlers worth $600,000
Total equipment investment for 2026 stands at $24.46 million.
AGL is also committing $25 million to repair quays 3 to 6, with a focus on safety and modernization. Other planned infrastructure projects include:
Power plant upgrade – $4.5 million
Solar energy installation, 500Kw with capacity approaching 1Mw – $1 million
New administrative complex – $4 million
New documentation building – $550,000
Paving of 13,000 m² – $1.2 million
Infrastructure investments total $36.25 million, bringing the overall package to $60 million.
Captain Kokan said: “over 99% of our workforce are Sierra Leoneans,” with an emphasis on empowering women and building local capacity. AGL is also constructing a school in the Northern Province to increase enrolment from 305 to 605 pupils. The company is additionally providing scholarships, food donations, and agricultural support to communities.
“Human resource is the most important driver of this company,” Kokan said.
The Port of Freetown currently spans 213,000 m² and is equipped with 2 Ship-to-Shore cranes and 4 Rubber-Tyred Gantry cranes for cargo handling. AGL said expanded storage facilities of up to 11,000 m² and contract logistics warehouses covering 2,500 m² are being added to enhance Sierra Leone’s role in regional supply chains.
