Vice President of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, inaugurated the commencement of construction for a 14-kilometer asphalted road between Makolo junction and Mabang on November 15, 2023. The Project, co-funded by the European Union (EU) and the Sierra Leonean Government, aims to connect Makolo and Mabang through a 7.35 Million Euros initiative.
The road project, supported by 2.75 Million Euros from Sierra Leone’s Government and 4.6 Million Euros from the EU, is part of a larger commitment of 48 Million Euros. This commitment includes funds for the construction of bridges in Mabang and Magbele, both inaugurated in 2022, and the Moyamba Junction to Moyamba Town Road.
Apart from funding the road’s construction, Sierra Leone’s Government will compensate affected property owners along the route, offer duty waivers to the contractor and ensure security measures.
Vice President Dr. Juldeh Jalloh emphasized that the Makolo-Mabang Road aligns with President Bio’s Infrastructure for Economic Competitiveness Pillar, enhancing connectivity between the agricultural South and markets in the North and West. He highlighted the Project’s goal to uplift farmers in the region economically, emphasizing President Maada Bio’s dedication to developing various sectors across Sierra Leone, free from political affiliations.
EU Ambassador, Manuel Müller, praised the project as a testament to the collaborative efforts between Sierra Leone and the European Union, contributing to enhanced connectivity, turning Sierra Leone into a global gateway. Over the years, the EU has supported the construction of 365 kilometers of major roads and five major bridges in Sierra Leone, playing a significant role in regional connectivity within the Praia-Abidjan axis.
Commencing on November 1, 2023, the project will rely on expertise from West Africa and Europe. The construction, scheduled for completion in 2025, signifies a substantial joint effort between Sierra Leone and the EU to bolster connectivity and infrastructural development.
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