Stephen Barnes, the architect of the GO-FOR-GOLD Program, along with a group of foreign investors from the United States, Germany, and India, paid a courtesy visit to the Rt. Hon. Speaker Segepoh Solomon Thomas in his office. The investors expressed keen interest in investing in Sierra Leone, citing the country’s open-door policy and its welcoming populace on Monday, October 27, 2025.
During the meeting, Barnes explained that the purpose of their visit was to promote direct foreign investment and to request Speaker Thomas’s support in facilitating the ratification of related agreements at the parliamentary level. He assured the Speaker that the investors shared President Bio’s vision for economic growth and were committed to investing in Sierra Leone for the nation’s long-term benefit.
Speaker Thomas warmly welcomed the delegation and praised their intentions. He reassured them that Sierra Leone remains open to genuine investors and emphasized that the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic is dedicated to enacting progressive laws that safeguard both Sierra Leoneans and investors. The Speaker also committed to supporting and ratifying agreements that bring investments to the country, ensuring adequate protection for foreign investors.
The meeting highlighted the significant potential for increased foreign investment in Sierra Leone, particularly in sectors aligned with the country’s development goals. With its strategic location, competitive labor force, and attractive investment incentives, Sierra Leone offers abundant opportunities for growth and international collaboration.
