AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoJobs & Mining: Marampa Mines says it may cut about 925 jobs as it restructures under its “Marampa Reset,” citing weak iron ore prices and high freight costs, with the cuts mainly hitting non-permanent staff and some permanent workers. Public Procurement: Sierra Leone will host the 2026 African Public Procurement Network (APPN/RACOP) Conference in Lungi from 24–27 November, spotlighting transparency, accountability, efficiency, and digital procurement tools like e-GP. Justice & AI: Sierra Leone’s judiciary and the Attorney-General’s Office, with UNESCO support, plan a national AI roadmap for the justice sector, starting with the security sector, with a focus on human rights and open justice. Water & Infrastructure: Guma Valley has restored Freetown’s water supply after pipeline repairs, aiming to stabilise service for residents. Waste & Safety: A recycling yard worker died after being struck by a front loader at Excel Recycling in Freetown, as police and investigators continue the probe. Climate Justice Mobilisation: Women across West and Central Africa are pushing for climate justice through a Women’s Climate Assembly, linking climate impacts to land, forests, water, and calls for climate reparations. Energy Governance: ECOWAS and partners have launched REGIS-WA, a regional energy governance and information system to support cross-border clean energy integration. Digital Banking Security: Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) secured ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its information security management system.
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