A collaborative effort to improve internet connectivity across Sierra Leone was launched on May 8th, 2024. U.S. Ambassador Bryan Hunt, Africell CEO Shadi Al-Gerjawi, and Sierra Leone’s Minister of Communication, Salima Bah, announced the initiative during a joint ceremony.
This project is fueled by a feasibility study funded by the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA). The study’s goal is to assess the viability of expanding internet access throughout the country.
Ambassador Hunt expressed optimism about the partnership’s potential to unlock broader economic growth in Sierra Leone. “This collaboration exemplifies the supportive role the United States, along with other international partners, can play in encouraging and mitigating risks for private sector investments in Sierra Leone,” he said.
He envisions similar partnerships flourishing across various sectors of the Sierra Leonean economy. “I am confident that such collaborations will attract investments, create jobs, and generate economic opportunities that can significantly transform this nation,” Ambassador Hunt continued. “By working together, we can pave the way for a more connected and prosperous future for the people of Sierra Leone.”
