President Julius Maada Bio has once again left Sierra Leone for an official visit, this time to the Arab Republic of Egypt at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.

While the visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation between the two countries, President Bio’s frequent travels are raising concerns among citizens, especially as Sierra Leone faces severe economic challenges and persistent electricity blackouts.

Over the past months, the President has embarked on multiple international trips, sparking debate over the costs and tangible benefits of these visits. Critics argue that at a time when businesses and households are struggling due to economic hardship and unreliable power supply, the government’s focus should be on addressing domestic crises rather than frequent foreign engagements.

As the President meets with Egyptian officials, many Sierra Leoneans are questioning what concrete outcomes will emerge from this visit and whether they will have any immediate impact on the country’s worsening economic situation.