Diaspora investment in Sierra Leone: the current landscape and future prospects
As global development finance evolves, the Government of Sierra Leone has become increasingly deliberate about diversifying its revenue and investment sources and reducing dependency on external grants and aid.
Although at an early stage, a key component of this diversification strategy involves engaging the Sierra Leonean diaspora—not only as a source of productive capital but also as strategic partners with a shared interest in the country’s sustainable growth.
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This report explores the current state of diaspora investment in Sierra Leone, highlighting how public sector engagement aligns with private sector opportunities. While the private sector presents significant potential, it also faces structural bottlenecks that diaspora investors are uniquely positioned to help overcome.
Using a qualitative approach, this exploratory study assesses the demand for and growth potential of diaspora investment in Sierra Leone. It provides a baseline understanding of the existing investment landscape and identifies future pathways for mobilising diaspora capital at scale in ways that can catalyse inclusive economic growth across Sierra Leone.