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A delegation of World Bank Group Executive Directors has concluded a three-day working visit to Sierra Leone, aimed at assessing the impact of the institution’s development portfolio across key sectors.
The visit, which ended with field inspections in the Kailahun District, was designed to evaluate the real-world outcomes of World Bank-funded projects valued at over one billion dollars.
The delegation comprised seven Executive Directors and three Alternate Directors, representing 67 countries and accounting for 39 percent of the World Bank’s total voting power.
Madam Zainab Ahmed, spokesperson for the delegation representing the constituency of Angola, Nigeria, and South Africa, said the mission went beyond boardroom discussions to examine the practical impact of development interventions. She noted that special attention was given to projects in agriculture and energy amid ongoing economic challenges.
During a courtesy call, Minister of Finance Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura briefed the delegation on Sierra Leone’s economic situation, reaffirming government commitment to its National Development Plan.
The Minister welcomed the World Bank’s advisory support and highlighted the expansion of its country portfolio to $1 billion, describing it as crucial in helping to stabilise the economy amid global inflationary pressures and debt challenges.
The delegation also visited several project sites funded by the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), including multi-million-dollar development initiatives across key sectors.
The visit underscores the strengthening partnership between the World Bank and Sierra Leone as the country continues efforts to drive economic recovery, infrastructure development, and long-term resilience.
