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Refugees Protection Act, 2007
This Act was introduced to provide for the recognition and protection of refugees within Sierra Leone. Its purpose is to enable Sierra Leone to give effect to the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, the Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, and the OAU Convention Governing the Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. The Act covers various provisions related to the rights, status, and protection of refugees in accordance with international conventions.
• Home Affairs
Public Procurement Act, 2016
This Act makes provision for the continuation of the National Public Procurement Authority and to further regulate and harmonize public procurement processes in the public service. The Act aims to decentralize public procurement to various procuring entities. It also emphasizes promoting economic development by ensuring value for money in public expenditures and encouraging the participation of qualified suppliers, contractors, consultants, and other providers of goods, works, and services in public procurement.
Sierra Leone • 2016 • Home Affairs
Public Financial Management Act, 2016
This Act makes provisions for the prudent, efficient, effective, and transparent management and utilization of public financial resources.
Sierra Leone • 2016 • Finance
Public Elections (District Block Proportional Representation System) Regulations, 2022
These regulations guide the allocation of parliamentary seats to districts and procedures for nominating candidates.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Governance and Democracy
Professional Engineering Regulatory Council Act, 2022
Ministry of Works and Public Assets
This Act was introduced to repeal the 1990 Act and establish the Professional Engineering Regulatory Council. The Council’s primary responsibility is to regulate the practice of engineering in Sierra Leone, which includes the registration and discipline of professional engineers. The Act covers various provisions related to the functions, powers, structure, and membership of the Council. Additionally, it addresses other matters connected to the regulation and promotion of the engineering profession in Sierra Leone.
Sierra Leone • • Infrastructure and Construction
Overseas Employment and Migrant Workers Act, 2023
Ministry of Labour
This Act was introduced to regulate overseas employment and protect the rights and welfare of migrant workers and their families. It aims to ensure that migrant workers are provided with adequate protection and support while working abroad. The Act covers various provisions related to recruitment, employment contracts, working conditions, remuneration, repatriation, and other matters affecting migrant workers. It also addresses other related matters pertaining to overseas employment and the well-being of migrant workers and their families.
2023 • Labour
National Youth Service Act, 2016
This is an Act to establish the National Youth Service and to
provide for other related matters.
Sierra Leone • 2016 • Youth and Sports Development
National Water Resources Management Agency Act, 2017
This Act was enacted to ensure equitable, beneficial, efficient, and sustainable use and management of Sierra Leone’s water resources. It establishes the National Water Resources Management Agency to oversee the management of these resources. The Act also provides for the establishment of a Water Basin Management Board and Water Catchment Area Management Committees to enhance the management of water resources. It further covers other matters related to water resource management in Sierra Leone.
Sierra Leone • 2017 • Utilities
National Revenue Authority Act, 2022
This Act was introduced to repeal and replace the National Revenue Authority Act, 2002. The purpose is to ensure the continued existence of the National Revenue Authority as a central body responsible for assessing and collecting taxes and specified revenues. The Act also provides for the administration and enforcement of specified revenue laws. Additionally, it covers other matters related to the functions and responsibilities of the National Revenue Authority.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Finance
National Medical Supplies Agency Act, 2017
This Act is introduced to repeal and replace the National Pharmaceutical Procurement Unit Act, 2012. The purpose is to establish the National Medical Supplies Agency as a public service agency responsible for the procurement, warehousing, and distribution of drugs and medical supplies. The Agency operates transparently and adopts cost-effective methods for the benefit of all public institutions across Sierra Leone. The Act covers various provisions related to the functions and responsibilities of the National Medical Supplies Agency.
Sierra Leone • 2017 • Health
National Disaster Management Agency Act, 2020
This Act was enacted to establish the National Disaster Management Agency with the mandate to manage disasters and similar emergencies across Sierra Leone. The Act also provides for the establishment of Agency offices throughout the country. Additionally, it establishes national, regional, district, and chiefdom disaster management committees to enhance coordination and response efforts. The Act further establishes a National Disaster Management Fund to provide financing for the prevention and management of disasters and similar emergencies. It also covers other matters related to disaster management and emergency response in Sierra Leone.
Sierra Leone • 2020 • Humanitarian Affairs
National Civil Registration Act, 2016
Ministry of Internal Affairs
This Act was enacted to amend and consolidate the laws concerning the compulsory registration of both citizens and non-citizens residing in Sierra Leone. The Act provides for the issuance of identity cards and establishes the National Civil Registration Authority. The Authority is responsible for the registration of births, adoptions, deaths, marriages, divorces, and nullities across Sierra Leone. The Act further covers other matters related to civil registration and related procedures.
Sierra Leone • 2016 • Home Affairs
Medical Examiners Act, 2021
This Act was introduced to repeal and replace the Coroners Act, 1907 (Cap 9), with the aim of establishing the Office of Medical Examiner. The Act provides for the appointment of the Chief Medical Examiner and other staff members. It also mandates the reporting of reportable deaths and establishes procedures for the investigation and reporting of such deaths. Additionally, the Act covers matters related to public health or safety and the administration of justice. It further addresses other related matters.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Health
Insurance Act, 2016
This Act was introduced to ensure the continuation of the Sierra Leone Insurance Commission and to regulate the insurance industry in Sierra Leone.
Sierra Leone • 2016 • Finance
Independent Media Commission (Print and Electronic Media) Regulations, 2022
These regulations apply to media practitioners and institutions in Sierra Leone. The main objectives of the media practitioners in Sierra Leone are to support national development initiatives, promote national dialogue and facilitate access to information.
Sierra Leone • 2022 • Finance
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