This book examines the economic and political challenges faced by Sierra Leone and sub-Saharan Africa. It explores the impact of commodity price volatility, climate shocks, and the difficulty of financing development projects. Through analysing the different challenges Sierra Leone faces, from the legacy of the Ebola crisis to the sharp decline in the price of iron ore, it highlights how sub-Saharan Africa has become vulnerable to economic, environmental, and health shocks.
This book sets out a framework for increasing economic resilience in Sierra Leone and enabling the country to maximise its rich natural resources and unlock its development potential. Practical suggestions for tackling fiscal challenges, climate change adaptation, effective monetary policy, building institutions, and creating gender equality are also covered. It will be of interest to students, researchers, and policymakers working on African and development economics.
1. Introduction.-
2. Navigating Multiple Storms.-
3. Tackling Fiscal
Challenges.-
4. Monetary Issues in Sierra Leone.-
5. Building Institutions.-
6. Implementing Transformative Reforms to Emerge from Fragility.-
7. The
Macroeconomic Gains from Gender Equality in Sierra Leone.-
8. Conclusion.
Rosalind Mowatt is a Senior Economist in the IMFs Institute for Capacity Development.
Monique Newiak is the Deputy Chief in the IMFs Inclusion and Gender Unit.
