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Independent Media Commission Act, 2020
Technology & Innovation
This Act provides for the continuation of the Independent Media Commission. It provides for the registration and regulation of mass media institutions in Sierra Leone, as well as the licensing of radio, television, and direct-to-home digital satellite service broadcasting institutions. The Act also covers the registration of individuals and institutions engaged in the publication of newspapers and magazines in Sierra Leone. It further addresses other matters related to media regulation and governance.
Sierra Leone • 2020 • Information, Communication and Technology
Independent Commission for Peace and National Cohesion Act, 2021
Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone
This Act establishes the Independent Commission for Peace and National Cohesion. The purpose of the Commission is to have the authority to take necessary measures to prevent, manage, and resolve conflicts in Sierra Leone. Its mandate also extends to promoting and maintaining sustainable peace throughout the country. The Act covers various provisions related to the powers, functions, and composition of the Commission.
Sierra Leone • 2021 • Democracy and Governance
Guma Valley Water Company Act, 2017
This Act was enacted to ensure the continued existence of the Guma Valley Water Company. Its primary objective is to establish a framework for the sustainable supply of water for both public and private purposes. The Act addresses various aspects related to the management, regulation, and provision of water services. It also covers other matters that are connected to water supply and management.
Sierra Leone • 2017 • Utilities
Forestry (Amendment) Act, 2022
This Act was enacted to amend the Forestry Act, 1988 and address other matters related to forestry. Specifically, it focuses on amending Section 1 and 28 of the Forestry Act, 1988.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Forestry and Wildlife
Finance Act, 2022
This Act provides for the amendment of the laws relating to the imposition and alteration of taxes, duties, rates, and fees and provide for the financial proposals and other related financial matter.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Finance
Kenyan Draft National E-Mobility Policy
Ministry of Roads and Transport
The draft National E-Mobility Policy of Kenya outlines several key objectives along with the critical issues to address and corresponding policy measures. It is aimed at promoting e-mobility adoption, stimulating local manufacturing and assembly of EVs, enhancing infrastructural capacity, and improving local technical capacity and skills in the sector.
2024 • Transportation
Draft Law Governing Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
This draft law was presented to the parliament on 18 April 2024. The draft law is intended to repeal existing non-governmental organizations (NGOs) laws and provide a single regulatory framework for the establishment, organization, and operation of NGOs in Rwanda. This aims to address emerging challenges that existing laws cannot adequately address.
Rwanda • 2024 • Justice
Zambia Eighth National Development Plan 2022-2026
The Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP) outlines Zambia’s developmental priorities and implementation strategies for 2022 to 2026, succeeding the Seventh National Development Plan (7NDP) in the nation’s journey towards achieving the Vision 2030 of becoming a prosperous middle-income country. Acting as a pivotal step towards this vision, the 8NDP aligns with international and regional commitments such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Africa Union Agenda 2063, SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP), and COMESA protocols. Formulated amidst challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the plan addresses persistent socio-economic issues like low economic diversification, high youth unemployment, poverty, inequality, slow decentralization, and inadequate access to social services. To overcome these challenges and realize the Vision 2030, the 8NDP introduces strategic interventions focused on Economic Transformation and Job Creation, Human and Social Development, Environmental Sustainability, and Good Governance Environment.
Zambia • 2022 • National Development
Zambia Economic Recovery Programme 2020-2023
The Plan seeks to re-launch the economy on a path of sustained economic growth, while stabilizing the monetary, external, and fiscal environments. The recovery programme also contains policy measures to mitigate the socio-economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Zambia • 2020 • National Development
Forestry (Amendment) Act, 2022
Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security
This Act was enacted to amend the Forestry Act, 1988 and address other matters related to forestry. Specifically, it focuses on amending Section 1 and 28 of the Forestry Act, 1988.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Forestry and Wildlife
Finance Act, 2021
Ministry of Finance
This Act provides for the imposition and alteration of taxes, to implement the financial proposals of the Government for the fiscal year 2021.
Sierra Leone • 2021 • Finance
Environmental Protection Agency Act, 2022
Ministry of Environment, Water and Climate
This Act was introduced to ensure the continuation of the Sierra Leone Environment Protection Agency. It aims to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of environmental protection and management in Sierra Leone. The Act covers various aspects related to the protection, preservation, and sustainable management of the environment. It also addresses other matters that are connected to environmental protection and management.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Environment and Climate Change
Consumer Protection Act, 2020
Ministry of Health
This Act provides for the protection and promotion of consumer interests. It establishes the National Consumer Protection Commission and addresses other matters related to consumer protection.
Sierra Leone • 2020 • Health
Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Act, 2013
Ministry of Justice
This Act was introduced to amend the Constitution of Sierra Leone, 1991. The specific amendment focuses on the repeal and replacement of subsection (1) of section 79 of the current Constitution.
Sierra Leone • 2013 • Justice
Commission of Inquiry (Examination, Inquiry and Investigation) Notice (1), 2018
Ministry of Justice
This law appoints a Commission of Inquiry and appoints a chairman for the commission. It also set the rules and procedures of commission.
Sierra Leone • 2018 • Justice
Civil Aviation Act, 2019
This Act was enacted to repeal and replace the Civil Aviation Act, 2017 in order to establish an effective framework for aviation safety and security oversight. The purpose is to meet the requirements of the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation (1944) and to address other matters related to aviation.
Sierra Leone • 2019 • Aviation
Breast-Milk Substitutes Act, 2021
This Act provides for safe and adequate nutrition for infants and young children by promoting breastfeeding and regulating the marketing of breast milk substitutes. The Act is designed to protect and promote breastfeeding as the optimal method of feeding infants and young children. It addresses other matters related to the promotion of infant and child nutrition as well.
Sierra Leone • 2023 • Health
Bank of Sierra Leone Act, 2019
This Act was enacted to continue the existence of the Bank of Sierra Leone and define its roles as a banker, adviser, and fiscal agent in supporting the general economic policies of the Government of Sierra Leone. It also aims to ensure price stability and a stable financial system. This Act further provides for the formulation and implementation of monetary policy, financial regulations, and prudent standards. It also addresses other related matters pertaining to the functions and responsibilities of the Bank of Sierra Leone.
Sierra Leone • 2019 • Finance
Appropriation Act, 2024
This Act authorizes expenditure from Sierra Leone’s consolidated Fund for the services of Sierra Leone for the year 2024 and other related matters.
Sierra Leone • 2024 • Finance
Appropriation Act, 2023
This Act authorizes expenditure from Sierra Leone’s consolidated Fund for the services of Sierra Leone for the year 2023 and other related matters.
Sierra Leone • 2023 • Finance