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Sierra Leone Diaspora Investment Conference

Two-day
conference agenda

December 28–29, 2026 · Freetown

Radisson Blu Mammy Yoko Hotel

DRAFT AGENDA

Programme and session times are subject to change.

All times are local to Sierra Leone (GMT).

Day 1 · Monday, December 28, 2026

Trust, Banking Reform & Capital Ecosystems

Registration opens at 11:00 AM · Programme ends at 5:30 PM

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    Registration & Business Showcase Opening

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    Lunch & Networking

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    Welcome Address & Presentation, Vickie Remoe, SLDIC Founder & Chair

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    Opening Keynote

    Shared Prosperity: Aligning Diaspora Capital with Local Realities for Economic Transformation

    An inspiring opening address detailing how overseas capital and local execution can unite to transform Sierra Leone's economy.

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    Panel 1: Why We Are Afraid to Invest

    A candid, no-nonsense conversation addressing the elephant in the room: why diaspora investors hesitate. Panelists tackle key friction points head-on—from navigating complex land ownership laws and cutting through bureaucratic red tape to demanding institutional protections that safeguard overseas capital.

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    Panel 2: Unlocking Diaspora Capital

    De-Risking the Opportunity. Central bank leaders, World Bank experts, and commercial banking executives share the stage to break down historical financial barriers. Discover actionable blueprints for accessing dedicated credit lines, non-resident banking policies, and donor-backed risk-mitigation guarantees built to protect your investments.

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    Networking Break

    Recharge, connect with fellow attendees, and engage with local vendors in the showcase hall.

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    Panel 3: Harnessing Collective Action

    Power in numbers. This panel showcases the existing collective investment vehicles operating in Sierra Leone, highlighting active funds, chamber networks, and community development projects. Discover how organized diaspora coalitions and structured investment vehicles are driving collaborative growth, supporting local initiatives, and shaping Sierra Leone's broader business landscape.

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    Day 1 Closing Plenary & Wrap-Up

    Reflections on the day's insights and setting the stage for sector-specific deep dives on Day 2.

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Day 2 · Tuesday, December 29, 2026

High-Growth Sectors, Scalable Enterprises & Wealth Creation

Registration opens at 10:00 AM · Programme ends at 6:15 PM

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    Registration & Business Showcase Opening

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    Welcome and Day 1 presentation, Vickie Remoe, SLDIC Founder & Chair

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    Opening Keynote

    Investing in Sierra Leone Through Thick and Thin

    An empowering keynote on staying the course, building resilience, and finding immense value in Sierra Leone's market through every economic cycle.

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    Panel 1: Transforming Agribusiness & Driving Food Security (Feed Salone in Action)

    Exploring non-technical, commercial entry points into Sierra Leone’s agricultural transformation. From poultry production and rice value addition to cold-chain storage infrastructure, discover how to build profitable enterprises that strengthen national food security and replace costly imports.

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    Panel 2: Inside The Mine: No Sierra Leonean Left Behind

    A deep dive into Sierra Leone's resource ecosystem. Industry regulators and mining executives map out how local entrepreneurs and diaspora investors can leverage local content mandates, land high-value subcontracting deals, and build profitable joint ventures across extraction, supply chain, and logistics.

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    Lunch and Curated Dealroom Matchmaking (Where Capital Meets Opportunity)

    Fast-paced, structured table sessions pairing pre-vetted, investment-ready local MSMEs with prospective diaspora investors for direct deal-making.

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    Panel 3: The Tech & Fintech Frontier: Building Infrastructure, Remittances & Scaling Local Solutions

    Demystifying technology and fintech in Sierra Leone for tech pros and non-tech investors alike. Local founders and regulators explore critical infrastructure gaps, showcase pioneering startups, and lay out an actionable blueprint for deploying venture capital into local digital solutions.

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    Panel 4: Returnee & Local Founders Showcase – What Really Works on the Ground

    A raw, insight-driven session featuring returnees and local founders who have built operational businesses in Sierra Leone. Panelists across healthcare, logistics, retail, and manufacturing share their playbook for mitigating operational risks, keeping top talent, and turning local challenges into sustainable profits.

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    Panel 5: Diaspora Health Impact: Mobilizing Talent and Investment

    Examining high-impact opportunities for medical professionals and healthtech investors to transform Sierra Leone's healthcare landscape. Learn how to transfer specialized skills, establish private facilities, and deploy venture capital into sustainable health innovations.

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    Closing Plenary: The Freetown Action Agenda – From Dialogue to Investment

    Moving beyond discussions to concrete commitments. This closing session features the signing of intent frameworks, setting measurable annual benchmarks, and appointing liaison officers to support diaspora investors long after the conference ends.

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    Official Wrap-Up & Evening Preview

    Closing remarks and a preview of the evening's excellence awards gala.

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