MoPED Presents Six Host Country Agreements to Parliament
Sia Lucy Kannah The Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (MoPED) has facilitated the presentation of six Host Country Agreements between the Government of Sierra Leone and six international non-governmental organisations (INGOs) before Parliament, reinforcing the Government’s commitment to strengthening institutional partnerships for national development.
The agreements were laid before Parliament on Thursday, November 5, 2026, by the Leader of Government Business, Hon. Sahr Mathew Nyuma, on behalf of the Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Kenyeh Barlay.
The Development Secretary, Mr Ambrose James, and the Director of NGO Affairs, Mr Eric Masallay, were present during the parliamentary proceedings, alongside representatives of the respective international organisations.
Dated August 6, 2026, the six agreements involve the Government of Sierra Leone and the following organisations: Catholic Relief Services, ChildFund Sierra Leone, Partners In Health (PIH), Plan International Sierra Leone, World Vision International, and Médecins Sans Frontières.
Through its NGO Affairs Directorate, MoPED plays a central role in coordinating and facilitating engagement between the Government and non-governmental organisations operating in Sierra Leone. Its responsibilities include supporting the processes required to formalise institutional arrangements and ensuring that NGO activities align with the country’s national development priorities.
The presentation of the six agreements before Parliament marks an important step towards formalising cooperation between the Government and its international development partners, while strengthening institutional coordination and accountability.
MoPED has reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating effective partnerships, strengthening coordination and ensuring that development cooperation delivers meaningful benefits to the lives of Sierra Leoneans.