Senior Correspondent: Ramdul S. Kargbo

Sierra Leone and Germany have explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation on critical minerals, responsible mining and economic diversification, with geological investigations, investment and technical expertise identified as key priorities. The Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources and the National Minerals Agency (NMA) held discussions with a German delegation in Freetown on 8 October 2026, focusing on ways to strengthen existing partnerships and support sustainable development of...

The Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (MoPED) engaged the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources reviewing validating Mines Ministry's input to the 2024–2030 Medium-Term National Development Plan (MTNDP) Implementation Report covering 2026. Engagement focused on reviewing Mines Ministry performance indicators, clarifying outstanding information, and ensuring reported progress accurately reflects planned activities and targets for implementation. Deputy Secretary Edward D....

Marampa Mines Ltd engaged the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources (MMMR), discussing the company's financial position and operational way forward. The meeting, held in the Ministry Board Room, provided an opportunity to brief them on the company's current financial situation and challenges affecting operations. Discussions focused on the way forward and possible measures to address challenges, supporting the company's continued operations within Sierra Leone's mining sector. Engagement...