AYV News, October 28, 2026
Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has inspected the Julius Maada Bio International Conference Centre, Hilton Garden Hotel and 15 Presidential VIP villas under construction in Lungi as Sierra Leone steps up preparations to host the West Africa Integration and Investment Summit (WAIIS) 2026.
The inspection took place on Saturday, 24 October 2026, as the government works to ensure that key conference and hospitality facilities are ready ahead of the summit, scheduled for 17–18 November 2026 in Lungi.
WAIIS 2026 is expected to bring together prominent African business leaders, international investors, financial institutions, development partners and heads of state to explore investment opportunities and strengthen economic partnerships across the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
During the tour, Vice President Jalloh commended the conference centre project and the ongoing construction works, describing them as evidence of the government’s commitment to hosting the regional summit.
He noted that the event presents Sierra Leone with an opportunity to showcase its investment potential, engage international business leaders and establish partnerships capable of promoting trade, investment and regional economic integration.
The Julius Maada Bio International Conference Centre is expected to serve as one of the principal venues for the summit, while the Hilton Garden Hotel and the 15 Presidential VIP villas are intended to support accommodation and hospitality arrangements for visiting dignitaries and other participants.
The projects are also expected to enhance Lungi’s capacity to accommodate high-level international engagements and contribute to the area’s broader development.
As preparations continue, the completion and readiness of the facilities remain important considerations for the successful hosting of the summit. Adequate accommodation, conference infrastructure and logistical arrangements will be essential to receiving the anticipated delegation of regional and international participants.
Beyond the event itself, WAIIS 2026 is expected to provide a platform for discussions on commercially viable projects, cross-border trade and investment partnerships across West Africa.
For Sierra Leone, hosting the summit offers an opportunity to attract international capital, promote its economic prospects and deepen cooperation with regional and global stakeholders.
The Vice President’s inspection marks another step in the government’s preparations for the November gathering, with attention focused on construction progress and the readiness of facilities to accommodate delegates.
As the summit approaches, the government is seeking to position Sierra Leone as a destination for investment and a contributor to stronger regional economic cooperation through trade, infrastructure development and private-sector partnerships.
