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*Taiama, Moyamba District, 10th July 2026* The township of Taiama came alive with excitement, gratitude and vibrant cultural performances as the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA), on behalf of the Government of Sierra Leone, has officially handed over a number of completed community infrastructure projects to the people of Taiama, Mokonde and Forlah, marking another milestone in the Government's drive to improve livelihoods through sustainable rural development un

*Part three* *Musaia, Denbelia Musaia Chiefdom, Falaba District* The Economic Inclusion (EI) Grants under the Productive Social Safety Net and Youth Empowerment (PSSNYE) Project are creating and recalibrating SLE 3.7 million worth of business opportunities in Falaba District. The symbolic grant payment ceremony, held in Musaia, marked a significant milestone in empowering vulnerable households and strengthening local economies. The day began with hymns of thanksgiving in Yalu

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - 3 July 2026* The Commissioner of the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA), Ambassador Ernest M. Ndomahina, today on Friday, July 3rd 2026, participated in a Governance Experience Exchange Symposium held at the Chinese Embassy in Freetown to mark the *105th Anniversary* of the Founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). The event brought together government officials, diplomats, development practitioners, academics, and beneficiaries of C

*Part Two: Turning resilience into opportunity for 829 EI Beneficiaries’ future* On Thursday, July 2nd, 2026, Kenema witnessed a defining moment in its journey toward economic empowerment. A total of 829 beneficiaries under the Economic Inclusion (EI) sub component received symbolic payments amounting to more than SLL 4.7 million. The ceremony drew a distinguished cross section of district stakeholders, including His Worship the Mayor, Thomas Karimu Baio; the Director General

*Makeni, Sierra Leone – June 30, 2026* - A major boost to youth empowerment unfolded in Makeni as His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of Sierra Leone, symbolically presented cheques to beneficiaries of the Youth-Led Household Enterprises Initiative during the Presidential Town Hall 2026. The initiative, implemented under the Productive Social Safety Nets and Youth Employment (PSSNYE) Project, injected USD 450,000 into the local economy, with 1,500 young entreprene

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - 22nd June 2026.* The Commissioner of the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA), Ernest Ndomahina, on Saturday, 20th June 2026, joined His Excellency Julius Maada Bio, cabinet ministers, heads of parastatals, paramount chiefs, and residents of Kailahun District for the commissioning of the newly constructed Manowa Bridge in Peje Chiefdom, Kailahun District. The bridge, which spans approximately 181.1 metres, serves as a vital link between Kail

*Freetown, Sierra Leone – 24 March 2026* The Commissioner of the National Youth Commission (NAYCOM), accompanied by the project technical team, paid a courtesy call on the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) as part of preparations for the upcoming launch of the Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Project (YEEP). They were received by NaCSA Commissioner, Ambassador Ernest Mbaimba Ndomahina, and Deputy Commissioner, Dr. Susan Robert. The meeting allowed both instit

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - 19th May 2026*. The National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) on Tuesday received a courtesy call from the Country Manager of the African Development Bank (AfDB), *Andoh Obed Mensah*, at the Commission’s headquarters in Freetown. The visit formed part of ongoing engagements aimed at strengthening collaboration and fostering cordial working relations between NaCSA and the African Development Bank in support of Sierra Leone’s development agenda. We

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - 15th May 2026* The National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA), the Road Maintenance Fund Administration (RMFA), and development partners have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening feeder road maintenance and sustaining rural infrastructure investments under the GPC YE Project across Sierra Leone. The high-level engagement brought together the Deputy Commissioner of NaCSA, *Dr. Mrs Susan Robert* alongside Michael Nogue, Technical Advisor for

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - 15th May 2026* The National Commission for Social Action (*NaCSA*), through the Pro-Poor growth for Peace Consolidation and Youth Employment (*GPC YE*) Project, successfully concluded a two-weeks monitoring mission conducted jointly with representatives from the German Development Bank (*KfW*), the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (*BMZ*), and the *ECO* Implementation Consultant Team. The mission, which ran from 4th to

*Friday, April 8, 2026 – NaCSA House, Freetown* – The National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) and Statistics Sierra Leone have formally signed an amended Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration on the Productive Social Safety Nets and Youth Employment (PSSNYE) Project. The signing ceremony was led by the Commissioner of NaCSA, Amb. Ernest Mbaimba Ndomahina, and the Statistician General of Statistics Sierra Leone, Andrew Bob Johnny, marking a significan

The National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) on April 7th, 2026 officially concluded the April 2026 Implementation Support Mission on the Productive Social Safety Nets and Youth Employment (PSSNYE) Project. The closing session marked the culmination of weeks of intensive engagements between NaCSA, the World Bank, and key government stakeholders, focused on reviewing progress, addressing operational challenges, and strengthening collaboration for this flagship initiative.

*Freetown, Sierra Leone, 7th May 2026* — The National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) joined the World Bank and development partners today in paying tribute to the late *Dr. Abu Kargbo*, former Senior Social Protection Specialist and Task Team Lead for the *Productive Social Safety Nets and Youth Employment (PSSNYE) Project.* The memorial ceremony, hosted by the World Bank, brought together government officials, development partners, and members of the social protection

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - 4th May 2026.* National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) has today hosted a visiting German mission team at its headquarters in Freetown, ahead of their scheduled on-site assessment of ongoing development programmes across the country. The delegation was received by the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, and members of NaCSA’s senior management team, alongside technical staff from key programme units. The engagement provided an opportunity for bo

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - Tuesday, 21th April 2026.* The Islamic Development Bank (*IsDB*) team recently paid a courtesy call on the Commissioner of the National Commission for Social Action (*NaCSA*), reaffirming their longstanding partnership and shared commitment to advancing inclusive development initiatives across the country. The visit provided an opportunity for both parties to reflect on the progress achieved under ongoing interventions, particularly those implemente

*Freetown, Sierra Leone - 18th March 2026* The National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) on Wednesday, 18th March 2026, successfully hosted a pre-bid meeting for the German-funded GPCYE Project, supported by KfW. The meeting brought together prospective contractors, technical personnel, and senior management of the Commission to provide clarity on the bidding process and requirements. The meeting was called to order by the Director of Programs (DOP), Mr. Moses Bassie, who

Freetown, Sierra Leone – Friday, 13th March 2026. The Technical Review Committee (TRC) Meeting of the Pro-Poor Growth for Peace Consolidation and Youth Employment (GPCYE) project was successfully held on Friday, 13th March 2026, at the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) Headquarters in Freetown. The meeting was called to order by the Director of Field Operations (DOF), *Mr. Maada Ngombu*, after which prayers were offered and participants proceeded with individual i

Freetown, Sierra Leone – February 10, 2026: A landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today between the Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs (MoGCA), the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA), and the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), formalizing a strategic partnership to strengthen national responses to gender-based violence (GBV) within social protection programs. The ceremony, held at the MoGCA Conference Room on Waterloo Street, marked a major

The Commissioner of the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA), Ambassador Ernest Mbaimba Ndomahina, held a high-level engagement with the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Food Security, Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka to explore areas of collaboration between the two institutions. The meeting focused on strengthening inter-institutional cooperation and stakeholder engagement to advance shared national development objectives. Discussions centered on how *NaCSA* and the *Mini

*Tiama Town, Thursday 8th January, 2026,* Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), through its Humanitarian and Social Affairs Directorate and in collaboration with national partners, has officially launched a groundbreaking project in Sierra Leone aimed at strengthening support for Persons of Concern (PoCs) and host communities. The initiative focuses on Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), refugees, returnees, stateless persons, asylum seekers, and host populatio