The Invest Salone Resource Bank brings together a collection of resources related to Invest Salone’s work to encourage investment, generate exports, create jobs and diversify four key sectors in Sierra Leone. Pooling resources produced by Invest Salone and external contributors, this tool will grow to provide a broad range of resources related to investing and doing business in Sierra Leone. Use the filters below to explore the resources by type, sector, topic and more.
This article from the World Economic Forum discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has exposed the unpreparedness of many higher education institutions in Africa to migrate online and how they can…
The impact of COVID-19 on youth employment in sub-Saharan Africa: A roadmap for the mobile industry
This article from the GSMA outlines how the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified many of the challenges already facing youth employment in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).
Massive online open courses see exponential growth during COVID-19 pandemic
This article from The Conversation outlines the surge since March in enrollments for massive open online classes (MOOC).
LinkedIn free learning paths
LinkedIn, Microsoft and GitHub are offering free learning paths mapped to jobs that are in demand.
AISA COVID-19 support portal
AISA has set up this dedicated portal to assist schools across Africa through the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides easy access to news, updates, resources and support.
IFC and COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
This page from the International Financial Corporation provides information on financing facilities for businesses which have been hit hardest by COVID-19.
Devex COVID-19 page
This page from Devex provides all their coronavirus coverage in one place, including news, jobs and funding.
Tourism and COVID-19 – Assessing the economic consequences
This report published by UNTAD assess the implications of the COVID-19 crisis on the tourism sector. It also puts forward policy recommendations for governments to avert the worst effects and…
Sector: Tourism
Geographic Focus: International
Coronavirus (COVID-19) : News, analysis and resources
This website page from UNCTAD is monitoring the effects of the global pandemic on manufacturing, trade, foreign direct investment and economic growth, and provides useful news, analysis and resources.
Sector: Other
Geographic Focus: International