Sierra Leone and Guinea have agreed to strengthen follow-up arrangements on migration, border security and economic cooperation, following high-level discussions between the two countries.
Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh made the announcement in Conakry while briefing members of the Sierra Leonean community at the Sierra Leone Embassy on the outcome of his engagement with Guinean Prime Minister and Head of Government, Amadou Oury Bah.
According to the Vice President, both countries will put in place technical and follow-up mechanisms to address concerns relating to Sierra Leoneans living in Guinea, while improving coordination on border security. The mechanisms will also support the implementation of the Tripartite Border Security Communiqué signed by the Presidents of Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia on 26 March 2026.
Dr Jalloh urged Sierra Leoneans residing in Guinea to register with the Embassy and obtain consular identification cards. He also reminded them of the need to comply with Guinean laws and regulations.
Economic relations also formed part of the discussions, with the two countries exploring opportunities to expand trade, investment and industrial cooperation. Dr Jalloh said stronger institutional links could help resolve practical challenges faced by citizens and businesses while further strengthening relations between the neighbouring countries.
The Vice President was accompanied by Minister of Information and Civic Education Chernor Bah, Minister of Internal Affairs Morie Lengor Esq., Minister of Labour and Social Security Umaru Napoleon Koroma Esq., and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Madam Jeneba Bangura.
The engagement with members of the Sierra Leonean community was organised by Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to Guinea, Foday Yumkella, and Deputy Ambassador Madam Fatmata Sawaneh.
