NaCSA Receives World Bank Implementation Support Mission, as $15 Million Additional Financing Is Considered...

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*NaCSA House, 14-16 Charlotte Street Freetown* – The Commissioner of the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA), Ernest Mbaimba Ndomahina, on Monday 19th October, 2026 welcomed a World Bank Implementation Support Mission (WBISM) to Sierra Leone to appraise the Productive Social Safety Net and Youth Employment (PSSNYE) Project.

The team is led by Robert Chase, Practice Manager, and Asha Williams, Social Protection Specialist and Task Team Lead. They were received at NaCSA headquarters by the Commissioner Amb. Ernest Mbaimba Ndomahina, the Deputy Commissioner, Dr Susan Robert, and senior members of staff.

PSSNYE is a flagship Government programme that strengthens social protection systems and creates more opportunities for young people to earn a living. During the mission, the World Bank disclosed that it is considering an additional $15 million in financing to support the project's objectives.

Speaking on behalf of His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio, Commissioner Ndomahina thanked the Bank for its continued partnership. *"On behalf of His Excellency the President, I warmly welcome the World Bank team to NaCSA," he said. "Your partnership has helped us reach vulnerable households and open doors for young people, and we are committed to making this mission a success."*

The Commissioner said any financing that is approved would be used transparently and strictly for its intended purpose. *"Every Leone and every dollar entrusted to us belongs to the people we serve," he said. "We will account for it at every stage of delivery."*

Mr Chase said the mission reflects the Bank's continued engagement with the Government on social protection. *"We are pleased to be here to review the progress of the PSSNYE Project and to discuss how we can build on it,"* he said. *"The support the Government has given to strengthening social protection is encouraging."*

Ms Williams, the Task Team Lead, said the team would work closely with NaCSA and other stakeholders during its stay. *"We will look at what is working, where the challenges are and how the project can reach more people who need it, including young people looking for productive work,"* she said. *"We appreciate the openness and cooperation of the NaCSA team."*

Dr Robert, the Deputy Commissioner, assured the mission of the Commission's readiness to provide all the information and support it needs. *"Our team is ready to share our experience, our data and the lessons we have learned in implementation,"* she said. *"We want the mission to see the work as it is, and to see the difference it makes in people's lives."*

She added that NaCSA remains committed to delivering support to beneficiaries without interruption and in line with agreed procedures. The appraisal reflects the close working relationship between Sierra Leone and the World Bank. Both sides share the goals of inclusive growth, opportunities for young people and protection for vulnerable communities.

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