State House, Freetown, President Dr Julius Maada Bio has reaffirmed his Government’s commitment to deepening Sierra Leone’s strategic partnership with the World Bank Group, as he welcomed the Regional Vice President of the World Bank Group for Western and Central Africa, Mr Ousmane Diagana, and his delegation during a courtesy call at State House.
Presenting the delegation, the Minister of Finance, Mr Karefa Kargbo, expressed appreciation for the World Bank Group’s continued support to Sierra Leone and highlighted the progress achieved through the longstanding partnership.
He referenced the Country Partnership Framework, noting its focus on critical national priorities, including expanding energy access, developing human capital and strengthening infrastructure to support Sierra Leone’s broader development agenda.
Speaking at the meeting, Mr Ousmane Diagana reaffirmed the World Bank Group’s commitment to Sierra Leone, describing the country as an important partner of the institution.
He commended President Bio for his leadership as former Chairman of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government and his commitment to Mission 300, while reaffirming the Bank’s readiness to support Sierra Leone’s development priorities.
In his response, President Bio described the partnership between Sierra Leone and the World Bank Group as dependable and impactful, noting that World Bank-supported interventions have produced tangible results in communities across the country.
The President particularly highlighted the impact of bridges constructed through the partnership, noting that the infrastructure has improved connectivity, strengthened access between communities and supported economic and social activities.
President Bio reaffirmed his determination to further deepen Sierra Leone’s partnership with the World Bank Group and advance strategic investments that translate into measurable and lasting improvements in the lives of citizens.
The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of Sierra Leone and the World Bank Group to strengthening development cooperation, expanding opportunities and delivering transformative investments that support sustainable national development.
