President Bio Launches “Feed Salone” Program with a 1.6 Billion Leones Budget

During a significant gathering in Pujehun, Southern Sierra Leone, President Bio inaugurated the long-awaited “Feed Salone” program, emphasizing the requirement for a substantial budget of 1.6 billion Leones to achieve its objectives.

This critical announcement underscores the government’s commitment to addressing food security and agriculture-related challenges across the nation.

The “Feed Salone” programme, a flagship initiative of President Bio’s administration, aims to boost agricultural productivity, enhance food self-sufficiency, and empower local farmers. Speaking at the launch, President Bio emphasized the urgency of this initiative, stating that it would play a pivotal role in reducing food insecurity and stimulating economic growth in Sierra Leone.

The budget allocation of 1.6 billion Leones will be allocated to various aspects of the programme, including modernizing farming practices, providing farmers with necessary tools and resources, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. President Bio expressed his confidence that this investment will lead to improved livelihoods for the people of Sierra Leone.

The launch of “Feed Salone” signals a significant step towards achieving the country’s agricultural and food security goals, demonstrating the government’s unwavering commitment to uplifting its citizens and transforming the agricultural landscape in Sierra Leone.