Youth-Led Energy Platform · Sierra Leone

Powering Sierra Leone's Future with Sustainable Energy Solutions

Salone Energy Forum is a youth-led platform turning awareness into real-world impact through sustainable energy solutions, policy engagement, and innovation. We bridge the gap between dialogue and implementation.

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65%+ Without reliable electricity
<10% Rural electrification rate
300K+ People reached by solar
Salone Energy Forum — Renewable Energy Sierra Leone
7M+

Sierra Leoneans still lack reliable access to electricity, restricting growth and opportunity.

90+

Communities electrified through the Rural Renewable Energy Project across Sierra Leone.

Growing

Youth involvement in climate and energy leadership is rapidly expanding nationally.

What We Do

Bridging the Gap Between Dialogue & Action

We combine rigorous research, inclusive policy engagement, and youth leadership to drive real energy transformation across Sierra Leone.

Policy Research & Analysis

We produce rigorous energy policy analysis, reports, and briefs that inform decision-makers and shape Sierra Leone's energy regulatory landscape.

Sustainable Energy Solutions

From solar mini-grids to clean cookstoves, we promote practical and scalable energy technologies tailored to Sierra Leone's communities.

Youth Leadership

We empower young people to move beyond conversation and actively contribute to solving Sierra Leone's energy challenges through innovation and research.

Stakeholder Collaboration

We connect government, civil society, academia, and the private sector to build the partnerships needed for a sustainable energy transition.

Knowledge Sharing

Through events, webinars, and our online platform, we create spaces for knowledge exchange that accelerate learning and innovation in the energy sector.

Climate Advocacy

We amplify Sierra Leone's energy and climate challenges on the global stage, engaging in international forums and contributing to national NDC implementation.

Energy Solutions

Practical Solutions for Sierra Leone's Needs

We explore, assess, and promote scalable energy technologies that can transform lives across communities.

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Renewable Energy

Solar mini-grids, solar home systems, micro- and macro-hydropower bringing clean electricity to homes, schools, and health centres.

Solar Hydro Mini-Grids
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Clean Cooking

Improved cookstoves, LPG solutions, and bioenergy reducing indoor air pollution, deforestation, and household energy costs.

Cookstoves LPG Bioenergy
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Productive Use

Solar irrigation, refrigeration, and energy for SMEs enabling productive use of energy to drive agriculture, food security, and job creation.

Agriculture SMEs Jobs
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Energy Innovation

Energy storage, smart grids, and digital financing tools accelerating the transition to reliable, affordable, and modern energy systems.

Storage Smart Grid FinTech
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Research & Policy

Evidence-Based Policy Dialogue

We produce rigorous analysis on electrification strategies, rural energy financing, regulation, and climate policy — helping translate data into decisions that matter.

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Policy Brief

National Energy Policy Framework Review

Analysis and recommendations for aligning Sierra Leone's energy policy with Agenda 2063 and SDG 7.

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Industry Report

Sierra Leone Electricity Access Report

Comprehensive assessment of national access rates, regional disparities, and infrastructure gaps.

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Data Report

Rural Energy Financing: Gaps & Opportunities

Evidence-based overview of financing instruments and gaps in Sierra Leone's rural energy sector.

2023 Read More
Climate Policy

Sierra Leone NDC & Clean Energy Alignment

How Sierra Leone's clean energy targets can accelerate NDC implementation under the Paris Agreement.

2023 Read More
Upcoming Events

Join the Conversation

Connect with energy leaders, policymakers, and youth advocates through our webinars, workshops, and forums.

15
Aug
2026
Online Webinar
Webinar

Solar Mini-Grids: Scaling Rural Electrification in Sierra Leone

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM WAT
Zoom · Free Registration
22
Sep
2026
Freetown
Policy Dialogue

Youth Energy Policy Forum: Shaping Sierra Leone's Clean Energy Future

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM WAT
Freetown, Sierra Leone
10
Oct
2026
Workshop
Training

Energy Data Analysis & GIS Mapping Workshop for Youth Researchers

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM WAT
Hybrid · Freetown & Online
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Our Team

Driven by Young Leaders

A diverse group of young researchers, advocates, and sustainability professionals committed to transforming Sierra Leone's energy landscape.

Mohamed Bah — Founder & Executive Director
Founder
Mohamed Bah
Executive Director
Foday Kabia — Policy & Research Lead
Foday Kabia
Policy & Research Lead
Lois Lubanya Josiah — Operations Lead
Lois Lubanya Josiah
Operations Lead
Kadijatu Kamara — Data & Insights Analyst
Kadijatu Kamara
Data & Insights Analyst
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Ready to Shape Sierra Leone's Energy Future?

Whether you are a student, professional, organisation, investor, or institution — join us and help build a sustainable energy future for Sierra Leone.

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