VP Juldeh Jalloh Outlines How Government Plans to Invest the US$480 Million MCC Compact Grant

Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh of the Republic of Sierra Leone has unveiled ambitious plans to tackle the country’s energy challenges through a substantial investment program. Speaking recently, Dr. Jalloh detailed the government’s allocation of funds from a US$480 million grant provided by the United States through the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact Program.

The breakdown of the funds includes approximately US$226 million earmarked for the transmission backbone project, aimed at enhancing the country’s energy infrastructure. Additionally, US$128 million will be allocated towards improving distribution and access, while US$50 million is designated for reforming the power sector.

Dr. Jalloh emphasized that US$72 million will be dedicated to program administration and control, ensuring effective management and oversight of the investment. An additional US$7 million will support monitoring and evaluation efforts to assess the impact of these initiatives.

Highlighting his role, Dr. Jalloh noted his appointment as Chairman of the Board tasked with overseeing the implementation of the MCC Compact Program. This comprehensive initiative is poised to significantly enhance Sierra Leone’s energy capacity once finalized, pending approval from the U.S. Congress.

The Vice President expressed optimism about the transformative potential of these investments, affirming their critical role in improving energy reliability and accessibility nationwide. He underscored the government’s commitment to advancing sustainable development goals through strategic partnerships and robust investment in the energy sector.

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| 2024-06-30 13:18:59

Do please I want a mathematician to help me Tally the total amount of money, that is called on each project by the vice president. Compared to the total amount he called on his estimated figures he has in his proposed document.
mohamedj27 | 2024-06-29 15:06:16

As a Sierra Leonean, I'm very happy how the VP made his statement. Na so e for be. In this age of social media. Explain everything, from start to finish. This one even if the SLPP or VP nor dae again. Just as the kabbah administration did to end the war. The international community used the result, to either end other wars, or find part way. Example Liberia, Guinea Bissau, etc. The mistake that government did was to rely on the international perception of the peace. So the Bio administration, should give this explanation a loudspeaker. Thru the information ministry and the PR section of the SLPP. Just as how president Bio don take chief minister em job wae e dae do. But if dem make lek the kabbah administration, say "the people know". The bad people go misinterpret for wuna. I think the more people hear it, the more it will become the daily news. Another example is the tripartite. The opposition talk about it, their supporters almost believed that, their lies will happen. There's no fault about talking about your achievement.