Country Overview: Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone conducted general elections in 2018, marking a pivotal moment in its political history, as the opposition party emerged victorious after a closely contested second vote. Subsequently, the newly elected government introduced the Medium-Term National Development Plan (MTNDP – 2019-2023), which outlines both immediate and long-term development objectives. The plan reflects a commitment to transition from a fragile state to a stable democracy.
With a population of 7.1 million people, Sierra Leone is characterized by its youthful demographic, with 45.8% under the age of 15 and 74.8% below the age of 35. The nation’s economy continues to revolve around agriculture, serving as the primary source of income for approximately 50% of the adult working population. This dependence on agriculture makes diversifying the economy a particularly challenging endeavor. The Sierra Leonean government is actively working to enhance the agricultural sector by shifting from subsistence farming to higher-yield, market-oriented crops. However, in 2020, Sierra Leone, like many countries worldwide, faced economic challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in sectoral slowdowns owing to global supply disruptions and lockdown measures.
Significant investments have been directed towards the healthcare and education sectors to drive improvements in child and maternal mortality rates, as well as to enhance access to education and educational outcomes. These investments are essential for unlocking Sierra Leone’s full human capital potential.
In early 2020, a delegation from the United States of KAILASA embarked on a diplomatic mission to Sierra Leone, upon the invitation of Special Advisor to the President and Ambassador-at-Large, Umaru Bundu Wurie.
The primary purpose of this visit was to cultivate mutual cooperation and provide humanitarian aid to Sierra Leone by establishing diplomatic relations.
The establishment of diplomatic relations symbolizes the commitment of the United States of KAILASA to engage in meaningful exchanges and collaborations with Sierra Leone, with the overarching goal of fostering goodwill and contributing to the well-being of the people of Sierra Leone.
This visit marked a significant stride towards building a robust and positive relationship between the two nations.
Engagement with various Ministries and Government Officials
Since 2020 Delegates from KAILASA engaged in various fruitful meetings and discussions with the key ministries including the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Social Welfare, and Health and Sanitation. Additionally, they had the honor of meeting with diverse indigenous communities in Sierra Leone, fostering meaningful dialogues on mutual cooperation between the two nations
Latest News & Updates from Sierra Leone
KAILASA and Sierra Leone’s Thaimne Community Establish Diplomatic Relations for Indigenous Rights
We are thrilled to announce a milestone in indigenous diplomacy. The United States of KAILASA (USK) and the Thaimne Community Development Council of Sierra Leone (TCDC, SL) signed a Treaty of Mutual...
Koinadugu and KAILASA: Strengthening Ties for a Better World
Koinadugu District Council with its capital Kabala, a vibrant heart of the Northern Province of Sierra Leone has entered into Bilateral Relations with the United States of KAILASA, the Ancient...
Interfaith Dialogues with the Inter-Religious Council
On April 1, 2023, The United States of KAILASA had the privilege of meeting with the esteemed Inter-Religious Council of Sierra Leone during their humanitarian mission. This meaningful engagement...
Pujehun District’s Pact with KAILASA: Fostering Unity and Progress
Pujehun District located in the Southern Province of Sierra Leone has entered into Bilateral Relations and the United States of KAILASA, the Ancient Enlightened Civilizational Nation, First Nation...
Economic Center Meets Enlightened Nation: Makeni’s Ties with KAILASA
Makeni City Council, the largest city in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone, and the economic center of the Northern Province, has entered into Bilateral Relations and the United States of...
Cultural Unity: Freetown’s Partnership with SHRIKAILASA
Freetown City, capital, chief port, and largest city of Sierra Leone, and the Sovereign State of SHRIKAILASA, the Ancient Enlightened Civilizational Nation, First Nation of Hindus entered into...
Meeting at the Office of President, Sierra Leone
Delegates from KAILASA convened a meeting on April 20, 2023, with key personnel from the Office of the President of Sierra Leone, including the Director of Communication also the Liaison of the The Julius Maada Bio And Fatima Maada Bio Foundation. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss matters of mutual interest and explore potential areas of collaboration between the two Nations.
Global Africa News & Updates
United States of KAILASA Engages Rt. Hon. John Patrick Amama Mbabazi, SC, Special Envoy of the President of the Republic of Uganda
A delegation from the United States of KAILASA (USK) held an introductory meeting with Rt. Hon. John Patrick Amama Mbabazi, SC, Special Envoy of the President of the Republic of Uganda for the Great Lakes Region, South Sudan and Ethiopia. Rt. Hon. Mbabazi is a former Prime Minister of
United States of KAILASA Engages Hon. Evelyn Anite Kajik, Senior Presidential Advisor to the Republic of Uganda
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Representatives of the United States of KAILASA (USK), through the United Ancient Nations (UAN), held an official diplomatic meeting with Hon. Sam Engola, Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Office of the Prime Minister, Republic of Uganda, in Kampala. The discussion centered on shared humanitarian priorities, including refugee
United States of KAILASA Engages Hon. Dr. Lillian Aber, MP, Minister of State for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees of the Republic of Uganda
Representatives of the United States of KAILASA (USK) held an official diplomatic meeting with Hon. Dr. Lillian Aber, MP, Minister of State for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees in the Office of the Prime Minister, in Kampala. Minister Aber, who also serves as Woman Member of Parliament for Kitgum
United States of KAILASA and United Ancient Nations Engage Rt. Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda
A delegation of the United States of KAILASA (USK) and the United Ancient Indigenous Enlightened Nations (UAN) held an official diplomatic meeting with Rt. Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda and Minister for East African Community Affairs, at her office in Kampala.
UAN Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Karamoja Agrobusiness Mining Cooperative Society, Republic of Uganda
The United Ancient Indigenous Enlightened Sanatana Hindu Civilisational Nations (UAN) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Karamoja Agrobusiness Mining Cooperative Society Limited — a community-based, Indigenous Peoples-led organization first established in 2003 and now formally registered with Uganda’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives, serving nine districts
United Ancient Nations and the Karamoja Women’s Cultural Group, Republic of Uganda, Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The United Ancient Indigenous Enlightened Sanatana Hindu Civilisational Nations (UAN) and the Karamoja Women’s Cultural Group formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a framework for mutual cooperation, inter-Indigenous solidarity, and institutional collaboration. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing Indigenous rights, protecting ancestral land, empowering
United Ancient Indigenous Enlightened Nations Signs Memorandum of Understanding with AIM Home Care Uganda
On 2 September 2026, the United Ancient Indigenous Enlightened Nations and AIM Home Care Uganda officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for mutual cooperation to foster friendship, community empowerment, and holistic socio-economic development. This landmark partnership signifies a commitment to strengthening educational access, public health initiatives, economic empowerment,
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