AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoClimate Finance: The IMF has approved a new Sierra Leone arrangement worth about $211.5 million, with an immediate $31.7 million disbursement, aimed at helping the country withstand climate shocks. Flood Preparedness: Sierra Leone’s NDMA has launched a public awareness campaign in flood-prone Freetown communities (Jui, Portee, Wellington, Shell, Up Gun and the PZ axis), urging residents to protect drainage and waterways during the rainy season. Ocean & Blue Economy: Over $6.4 billion in new commitments were announced at the 2026 Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, including support for ocean conservation, sustainable fisheries and climate resilience—highlighting Africa’s growing role in blue economy action. Energy Transition: AXIAN Energy secured a $60 million financing package to expand renewable energy projects across Africa, boosting clean power infrastructure growth. Governance & Climate Science: Sierra Leone is among countries backing “Friends of Science” at UN climate talks in Bonn, pushing for decisions grounded in the best available climate science. Waste & Pollution Policy: Noise pollution rules are set to be enforced along Lumley Beach, with music switched off by 2:00 a.m. to protect tourism sustainability.
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