Sierra Leone Investment Overview
Sierra Leone is a resource-rich nation with population of 8.8 million and GDP of USD 6.7 billion. SLIEPA promotes investment and exports, focusing on private sector growth and economic diversification. The country offers opportunities in agriculture, mining, tourism, and renewable energy.
Key Economic Indicators
8.8M
Population
$6.7B
GDP (USD)
$760
GDP Per Capita
3.20%
GDP Growth Rate
Country Profile
Capital City
Freetown
Major Cities
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Official Language
English
Currency
Sierra Leonean Leone (LeSLE)
Time Zone
GMT
Region
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Business Climate
Rank #163
Ease of Doing Business (World Bank)
Investment Resources
Investment Promotion Agency Leadership
Dr. Hinga Sandy
Investment Opportunities in Sierra Leone
Discover vetted investment opportunities across priority sectors. Currently 1 active opportunities available.
Bumbuna II Hydropower Expansion Project – 60 MW Low-Cost Run-of-River Addition
Priority Investment Sectors
Explore high-potential sectors for investment in Sierra Leone. These sectors have been identified as priorities by NIB-SL.
Investment Distribution by Sector
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Sierra Leone offers a range of incentives to attract and support foreign and domestic investment. Explore the benefits available for your investment project.
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Contact NIB-SL for DetailsGeneral Investment Benefits in Sierra Leone
Investment Protection
Legal guarantees and protection against nationalization and expropriation.
Profit Repatriation
Full repatriation of profits, dividends, and capital allowed.
Equal Treatment
Foreign investors treated equally with domestic investors under the law.
Dispute Resolution
Access to international arbitration for investment dispute settlement.
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Comprehensive economic indicators and FDI trends for Sierra Leone. Data-driven insights to support your investment decisions.
Key Economic Indicators
8.8M
Population
Market Size$6.7B
GDP (USD)
Economic Output3.20%
GDP Growth
Annual Rate$760
GDP Per Capita
Per PersonFDI Distribution by Sector
Business Climate Rankings
Ease of Doing Business
World Bank Global Ranking
Trade & Export Performance
Key Industries
Mining (Diamonds, Iron Ore), Agriculture, Fisheries, Tourism
Trade Agreements
ECOWAS, AfCFTA, WTO
Trade Volume
Exports: $1400M
Imports: $2100M
Data Sources & Notes
Economic data sourced from: World Bank, IMF, UNCTAD, National Statistics Bureau, NIB-SL, and other official sources. Data is updated regularly but may be subject to revisions.
Last Updated: May 2026
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