Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh on Monday June 16th, 2025 led the official launch of Sierra Leone’s Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) and Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) at a high-level event in Freetown, describing both documents as essential tools for shaping policy and driving reform.
Speaking at the Radisson Blu Mammy Yoko Hotel, the Vice President emphasised the reports as a reflection of strong collaboration between the government, the World Bank, and development partners.
He noted that while Sierra Leone continues to face external shocks—including the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine crisis—it has shown resilience. “These reports reflect not just our challenges, but also our determination to move forward,” he said.
Highlighting the CCDR, Dr. Jalloh warned that without urgent climate action, Sierra Leone could face a GDP decline of up to 10% by 2050. He outlined three key priorities for climate resilience: investment in green energy and sustainable cities, climate-smart agriculture, and stronger social protection systems.
Turning to the CEM, he called for bold reforms to restore macroeconomic stability, build human capital, and strengthen the private sector. He announced plans to present both reports to Cabinet and to integrate their findings into national consultations.
“These are our reports,” he declared. “We will take them across the country, use them to shape action, and work with partners to reduce the barriers holding back development.”
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