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African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights

African Union, Sierra Leone

This Charter was developed by the African Union to promote and protect human and peoples’ rights in Africa.

Sierra Leone 1981 Democracy and Governance

Anti-Corruption Act, 2008

Ministry of Justice, Sierra Leone

This is an Act to provide for the establishment of an independent Anti-Corruption Commission for the prevention, investigation, prosecution and punishment of corruption and corrupt practices and other connected issues.

Sierra Leone 2008 Justice

South Africa National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Framework 2024

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

The National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Framework aims to integrate AI technologies to drive economic growth, enhance societal well-being, and position South Africa as a leader in AI innovation. Its core objective is to foster a robust AI ecosystem through coordinated research and development, talent cultivation, and infrastructure enhancement. This holistic approach ensures that AI acts as a catalyst for a digital society, digital economy, and digital inclusion, benefiting all South Africans.

South Africa Information, Communication and Technology

Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill 2023

Energy Council of South Africa

This bill to Amend the Electricity Regulation Act, 2006 seeks to delete, amend, and insert definitions; define the application of the Act; enable the National Energy Regulator to manage licensing processes, including issuance, revocation, and deregistration; facilitate new electricity generation capacity and infrastructure; establish the Transmission System Operator SOC Ltd with defined duties, powers, functions, and transitional measures; create an open market platform for competitive electricity trading; transfer the roles of the Transmission System Operator SOC Ltd to the National Transmission Company South Africa SOC Ltd; and address delegation, assignment, offences, penalties, and related matters.

South Africa Utilities

National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2024

National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR)

The national AI strategy serves as a comprehensive roadmap aimed at harnessing AI technology to enhance societal well-being and address critical challenges in key sectors like healthcare, education, and agriculture. The goal is to drive economic growth, improve efficiency, and enhance the quality of life for citizens. The objective is to develop a tailored approach that includes responsible governance, strategic investments, and inclusive stakeholder engagement, ensuring AI’s benefits are maximized for sustainable and inclusive development.

Nigeria 2024 Information, Communication and Technology

The Ethiopian Federal Government Procurement and Property Administration Proclamation No.649/2009

The Ethiopian Federal Government Procurement and Property Administration Proclamation No. 649/2009 establishes a comprehensive framework for the procurement of goods, services, and works, as well as the administration of public property by federal government bodies. It mandates principles such as value for money, non-discrimination, transparency, and fairness in procurement processes. The proclamation also outlines provisions for fixed assets, disposal of public property, and public-private partnerships (PPPs), detailing the responsibilities and risks assumed by private sector concessionaires. Special considerations for national security or defense and inter-public body contracts are also addressed, ensuring that procurement and property administration serve the interests of economy and efficiency.

Ethiopia 2009 Finance

Deduction of Tax at Source (Withholding) Regulations 2024

These Regulations complement the applicable statutory provisions and replace all prior rules in respect of deductions at source other than Pay-As-You-Earn tax. It simplifies areas of complexities, and reduces the rates of deduction for industries with low margins. The Regulations are expected to promote the ease of tax compliance and administration, reduce arbitrage between corporate and non-corporate business structures, reflect emerging issues and adopt global best practices.

Nigeria 2024 Finance

Universities Act, 2021

This Act aims to repeal and replace the existing Universities Act of 2005, including any amendments made to it. The purpose of the Act is to ensure the continuation of the University of Sierra Leone, Njala University, the Ernest Bai Koroma University of Science and Technology, and the establishment of new institutions such as Milton Margai Technical University, Eastern Technical University of Sierra Leone, and Kono University of Science and Technology. Additionally, the Act includes provisions for the appointment of Chancellors of Universities by the President and the establishment of other public and private universities. It also addresses other related matters.

Sierra Leone 2021 Education

Teaching Hospitals Complex Administration Act, 2016

This Act provides for the establishment of the Teaching Hospitals Complex Administration, which will be responsible for the consistent administration of the specified Teaching Hospitals Complex as outlined in the schedule. The Act also provides for the creation of a Teaching Hospitals Complex Administration Board, which will serve as the governing body of the Administration. Additionally, the Act covers the regulations for the discipline of trainees and staff by the Teaching Hospitals Complex, as well as other related matters.

Sierra Leone 2016 Health

Sierra Leone Water Company Act, 2017

This is an Act to provide for the continuance in existence of the Sierra Leone Water Company, to provide for a more efficient and effective management of community and rural water supply systems in specified areas, to provide for the facilitation of water related sanitation and delivery in Sierra Leone and to provide for other related matters.

Sierra Leone 2017 Utilities

Sierra Leone Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency Act, 2016

Ministry of Trade and Industry

This Act was enacted to establish the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency. The primary objective of the Agency is to create a conducive environment in which small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can thrive and operate. The Act covers various provisions related to Sierra Leone’s fiscal, monetary, and banking policies, trade and industry, technology, marketing, infrastructural and institutional development, and other matters pertinent to supporting and promoting SMEs.

Sierra Leone Trade, Industry and Investment

Sierra Leone Nursing and Midwifery Council Act, 2023

This Act was introduced to establish the Sierra Leone Nursing and Midwifery Council. The Council’s main purpose is to regulate and oversee the education, training, discipline, certification, registration, and licensing of nurses and midwives throughout Sierra Leone. It also provides for the accreditation of nursing and midwifery educational institutions and regulates the practice of nursing and midwifery. The Act covers various provisions pertaining to the roles, functions, and responsibilities of the Sierra Leone Nursing and Midwifery Council in ensuring standards and quality in the nursing and midwifery profession.

Sierra Leone 2023 Health

Sierra Leone Mines and Minerals Development and Management Corporation Act

Ministry of Mines and Minerala Resources

This Act was enacted to establish the Sierra Leone Mines and Minerals Development and Management Corporation. The Corporation is authorized to carry out mineral and mining development, management, and associated activities on behalf of the Republic of Sierra Leone through a project company. The Act mandates the Corporation to operate in accordance with the Mines and Minerals Development Act or any other relevant Acts. The Act also aims to promote and facilitate state participation and investment in mines and minerals development.

Sierra Leone 2023 Mining

Sierra Leone Local Content Agency Act, 2016

This is an Act to establish the Sierra Leone Local Content Agency. The primary purpose of the Agency is to facilitate the development of local content in various sectors of the economy, including industrial, manufacturing, mining, petroleum, marine resources, agriculture, transportation, maritime, aviation, hotel and tourism, procurement of goods and services, public works, construction, and energy sectors. The Act promotes the ownership and control of productive sectors in the economy by citizens of Sierra Leone.

Sierra Leone 2016 Home Affairs

Sierra Leone Council for Postgraduate Colleges of Health Specialities Act, 2016

This Act was enacted to establish the Sierra Leone Council for Postgraduate Colleges of Health Specialties. The primary aim of the Council is to supervise and coordinate the training of postgraduate health specialists. The Act provides for the establishment of three postgraduate colleges.

Sierra Leone 2016 Education

Sierra Leone Commission on Arms and Ammunitions Act, 2023

Ministry of Defence

This Act was enacted to repeal and replace the Sierra Leone National Commission on Small Arms Act, 2010 (Act No. 6 of 2010). The purpose is to establish the Sierra Leone Commission on Arms and Ammunitions, replacing the Sierra Leone National Commission on Small Arms. The Act regulates and supervises the manufacturing, trading, and use of arms, ammunition, and other related materials.

Sierra Leone 2023 Defence and Security

Right of Access to Information Act, 2013

This is an Act to provide for the disclosure of information held by public authorities or by persons providing services for them and to provide for other related matters.

Sierra Leone 2013 Information, Communication and Technology