Sierra Leone presents guide to geography, politics and economy
Sierra Leone's country guide outlines geography, population (7,548,702 in 2021), politics, and an economy reliant on mining and agriculture. The guide notes 4.4% real GDP growth in 2024, consumer inflation at 15.66% year-on-year in August 2026, and central bank policy rates above 17%. Mining exports such as iron ore, rutile, diamonds and gold dominate foreign earnings, while agriculture remains vital for employment and food security. Political competition after disputed 2023 elections and infrastructure constraints in Freetown affect service delivery and investor risk, meaning investors should track monetary policy, mining approvals and exchange-rate developments.
Mining and inflation now drive Sierra Leone's economic and investment risks
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Recent elections in 2023 caused a dispute over the vote count. Inflation rose to 15.66%…
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