Can partnerships deliver lasting change in Sierra Leone?

Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All, said that by working together, the government of Sierra Leone, the European Union, UNOPS, and SEforALL are showing how partnerships can deliver lasting change.

What challenges does Sierra Leone face?

Like many nations, Sierra Leone faces an increasing energy challenge. Only 36 per cent of the population has access to electricity, and just six per cent in rural areas. This limited access impacts healthcare, education and job creation.

Will Sierra Leone be fully illuminated by 2027?

This limited access impacts healthcare, education and job creation. To address this, the government has set a target to raise renewable energy use to 35 per cent by 2030 and electrify rural areas by 2027. “By 2027, Sierra Leone will be fully illuminated.