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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

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

Appropriation Act, 2022

This Act authorizes expenditure from Sierra Leone’s consolidated Fund for the services of Sierra Leone for the year 2022 and other related matters.

Sierra Leone 2022 Finance

Appropriation Act, 2021

Ministry of Finance

This Act authorizes the use of funds from Sierra Leone’s Consolidated Fund for the services of Sierra Leone for the year 2021. It also addresses other matters related to expenditure and financial management.

Sierra Leone 2021 Finance

Abolition of the Death Penalty Act, 2022

Ministry of Justice

This Act abolishes the death penalty for individuals convicted of murder under the Offences Against the Person Act, 1861, robbery with aggravation under the Larceny Act, 1916, mutiny under the Sierra Leone Military Forces Act, 1961, treason and related offenses under the Treason and State Offenses Act, 1963. It also establishes alternative punishments for such convictions and addresses other related matters.

Sierra Leone 2022 Justice

National Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy and Action Plan

Federal Ministry of Women Affairs

The National Women’s Economic Empowerment Policy and Action Plan serves as a roadmap for enhancing women’s economic empowerment in Nigeria. The main goal of the National WEE Policy and Action Plan for 2023-2028 is to accelerate structural reforms and prioritize sector-specific interventions necessary to promote the full participation and success of women and girls in Nigeria’s dynamic economy.

Nigeria 2023 Gender and Human Rights

National Financial Inclusion Strategy II 2024-2028

Ministry of Finance and National Planning

The National Financial Inclusion Strategy II (2024-2028) outlines strategic objectives aimed at achieving its vision. These objectives include ensuring universal access to affordable and regular usage of various financial products and services, improving the quality of financial products and services, enhancing the financial health and capability of individuals and businesses, strengthening consumer protection measures to promote fairness and transparency by financial service providers, and expanding the financial ecosystem to support sustainable development of the financial sector.

Zambia 2024 Finance