Sierra Leone’s Energy Sector Lead, Dr. Kandeh Kolleh Yumkella, has been awarded the prestigious Global Leadership Award at a ceremony held in New York. The recognition reflects his contributions to...
Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, Chairman of the Energy Governance Coordination Group, has announced the beginning of what he describes as “energy sovereignty” a concept aligned with President Bio’s vision....
Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, Energy Sector Lead, emphasized the need for inclusivity and collaboration for energy reforms during a crucial meeting with the Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA)...
The Government of Sierra Leone has signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ceca and AG&P to establish the region’s first U.S.-backed Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminal. The...
Sierra Leone is once again plunged into the throes of an energy crisis, and this time, Freetown – the capital and commercial heartbeat of the nation – is bearing the brunt of a prolonged and frustrating...
Sierra Leone has presented its bold "Mission 300" energy roadmap at the Africa Energy Forum, aiming to double electricity access by 2030 through renewable energy and private sector investment. Dr. Kandeh...
Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Finance and Energy, in collaboration with the Chairman of the Presidential Initiative on Climate Change, Renewable Energy and Food Security (PI-CREF), Hon. Dr. Kandeh Yumkella,...
In 2016, a team from the World Bank advised the Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Energy that, the best solution to Sierra Leone’s energy crisis was to dismantle the entire energy infrastructure...
The Sierra Leone Government Energy Lead, Kandeh Kolleh Yumkella responded to concerns raised by prominent lawyer, Basita Michael regarding the government's energy transition initiatives. Michael had criticised...
Lawyer Basita Michael has publicly criticised Kandeh Kolleh Yumkella and the Government of Sierra Leone for their recent claims regarding improvements in electricity generation, expressing deep scepticism...
