The Ministry of Finance of Sierra Leone has officially announced that the Hon. Minister of Finance, Mr. Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura, will deliver the eagerly anticipated FY2024 Government Budget and Statement of Economic and Financial Policies.

The presentation is scheduled to take place in the Chamber of Parliament in Freetown, Sierra Leone, on Friday, 10th November 2023, commencing at 10:00 am.

This event marks a crucial milestone for the nation, as it will outline the financial roadmap and policies that will guide the country’s economic strategies for the upcoming fiscal year. The announcement is expected to cover a comprehensive range of sectors, encompassing crucial aspects like fiscal planning, economic outlook, investment strategies, and social welfare initiatives.

The Ministry has extended invitations to an extensive array of stakeholders, including Vote Controllers, Heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), State-Owned Enterprises, Representatives of Development Partners and Institutions, Non-Governmental Organizations, District Budget Oversight Committee Members, Local Community Representatives, Non-State Actors, other Civil Society Organisations, and members of the General Public. All are encouraged to attend and witness the crucial presentation.

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Guests planning to attend are urged to be seated by 9:30 a.m., ensuring the smooth facilitation of the event. The disclosure of the budget and policies is anticipated to have a far-reaching impact on the socio-economic landscape of Sierra Leone.

The Ministry of Finance requests the usual cooperation and participation from all invited entities and individuals. The public’s involvement and engagement in this momentous event are greatly valued as the country sets its course for fiscal planning and economic growth in the forthcoming year.