President Bio Underscores Progress in Energy Transition at 3rd National Dialogue

President Bio Underscores Progress in Energy Transition at 3rd National Dialogue

President Julius Maada Bio has inaugurated the 3rd National Dialogue on Climate Resilience and Energy Transition (CRET), hailing Milestones and Pledging Continued Investment.

President Julius Maada Bio officially opened the 3rd National Dialogue on Climate Resilience and Energy Transition (CRET) in Bintumani, announcing that Sierra Leone has achieved significant progress in its energy transformation efforts through strategic national and international partnerships.

In his address, President Bio reaffirmed the government's unwavering commitment to continuous investment in the energy sector and to fostering close collaboration with all stakeholders to strengthen the national system. 

He specifically acknowledged and extended appreciation to The World Bank, the African Development Bank (AFDB), and other key partners for their consistent and vital support.

The President stressed that the focus of CRET 2025 extends beyond mere policy formation to the deeper objective of "shaping people," with the ultimate vision of building a Sierra Leone where innovation drives development, opportunities are distributed equitably, and citizens are empowered to determine their own future.

He recognized the critical role of the Presidential Initiative on Climate Resilience and Energy Transition (PI-CREF) in improving coordination and successfully mobilizing investment. 

President Bio publicly thanked the entire PI-CREF team and singled out Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, Chairman of PI-CREF and Energy Sector Lead at the Ministry of Energy, for his dedicated leadership and stewardship.

Concluding his remarks, President Bio stated that Sierra Leone’s energy transition strategy will remain firmly centered on three core pillars: investment, collaboration, and ensuring that the nation's citizens are the primary beneficiaries of the resulting progress.