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We are pleased to announce Khadijatu Dumbuya-Alabi, Founder of Khadie Afro Food, as a panellist at SLDIC 2026 London.

Khadijatu is an entrepreneur and cultural ambassador who has built KhadieFresh into a thriving brand that brings authentic African vegetables and Sierra Leonean cuisine to audiences across the UK. Through her business and online platforms, she has successfully combined food, storytelling, and entrepreneurship to celebrate African culture and heritage.

Her experience in building a diaspora-focused brand and turning cultural identity into a successful business will offer valuable insights for entrepreneurs and investors looking to create impact across borders.

Join us in London on June 19–20 and learn from the leaders, investors, and decision-makers driving investment across Sierra Leone and beyond.

🔗Register Here: https://t.co/vll7OAnBNG

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We are pleased to announce Sebastian Ashong-Katai as a panellist at SLDIC 2026 London.

With over 20 years of experience across West, East, Central, and Southern Africa, Sebastian has built a distinguished career spanning risk management and business development within the Corporate and Investment Banking sector. His work has given him extensive insight into the financial systems, investment opportunities, and market dynamics shaping growth across the continent.

Passionate about leveraging strong networks and deep emerging market expertise, Sebastian is committed to improving economic value through effective financial intermediation. His experience working across multiple African markets will bring valuable perspectives on investment, finance, and unlocking opportunities for sustainable economic growth.

Join us in London on June 19–20 and learn from the leaders, investors, and decision-makers driving investment across Sierra Leone and beyond.

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Africa’s Real Estate Visionary will give a Keynote Address at the SLDIC 2026 London

We are proud to announce Mustapha Njie (TAF), Founder, CEO, and Managing Director of TAF Africa Global, as a keynote speaker for the Sierra Leone Diaspora Investment Conference (SLDIC) 2026 in London.

With over 50 years of experience in construction and real estate, Mustapha Njie has developed thousands of homes across Africa and is leading an ambitious mission to build 1 million homes by 2063.

An award-winning entrepreneur and respected voice on African development, he has shared insights at the Harvard Business School, the Africa CEO Forum, and other global platforms. His work continues across The Gambia, Sierra Leone, and Nigeria through innovative housing and city development projects.

Come and join us in London to draw from his remarkable career and gain valuable perspectives on effective development strategies for Sierra Leone.

Don’t miss it!

📍Intercontinental Hotel Park Lane
📆 June 19th - 20th, 2026
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Discover Global Salone at SLDIC London

With their simple but powerful promise, "We Build. You Watch. From Your Sofa," Global Salone helps Sierra Leoneans and the wider African diaspora successfully manage construction and infrastructure projects back home without being physically present.

Thinking about building or investing back home? Make sure you visit the Global Salone stand at SLDIC 2026 London and discover how they are helping diaspora investors turn plans into reality.

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Discover CND Drinks at SLDIC London

A proudly independent, Black-owned, and female-led business, CND drinks bring authentic tropical flavours to life. From Ginger Beer and Fruit Punch to Sorrel and Guinness Punch, every bottle is crafted to celebrate heritage, community, and quality.

Be sure to visit their stand at SLDIC 2026 London, sample their range, and discover why their tropical flavours continue to win hearts across the UK and beyond.

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We are pleased to welcome Huw Dalkin, Market Building Executive at British International Investment (BII), as a panellist at SLDIC 2026 London.

Huw works across BII’s market-building programmes in Sierra Leone, Ghana, and Zambia, supporting initiatives that strengthen investment ecosystems and unlock private sector growth in frontier markets. He is currently leading efforts focused on developing the talent pipeline of finance and investment professionals in Sierra Leone.

His work at the intersection of skills development, investment systems, and market growth brings an important perspective to how Sierra Leone can build the human capital needed to support long-term economic transformation.

Join us in London on June 19–20 and learn from the leaders, investors, and decision-makers driving investment across Sierra Leone and beyond.

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Discover Transfapay at SLDIC 2026 London

Transfapay sends your money to #SierraLeone and beyond through a seamless network of bank transfers, mobile wallets, and cash pickup options.

Visit the #Transfapay stand at SLDIC 2026 London to learn how they are making cross-border payments easier for the diaspora.

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We are pleased to welcome Alex Kucharski, Director of Market Building at British International Investment (BII), as a panellist at SLDIC 2026 London.

Alex leads BII's market-building portfolio across Sierra Leone, Ghana, Nepal, Zambia, and several frontier markets through the ARIA programme. Before joining BII, he spent three years living and working in Sierra Leone, supporting private sector development and gaining firsthand insight into the opportunities and challenges facing businesses on the ground.

His experience at the intersection of investment, market development, and private sector growth will bring valuable perspectives to the conversations shaping Sierra Leone's future.

Join us in London on June 19–20 and learn from the leaders, investors, and decision-makers driving investment across Sierra Leone and beyond.

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We are pleased to announce Mary Jalloh, Project Coordinator of the World Bank-funded Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), as a panellist at SLDIC 2026 London.

She has led efforts that have unlocked financing for thousands of MSMEs, supported high-growth startups with technical assistance and grants, created thousands of jobs, and strengthened key systems like business registration and permitting to make it easier to do business in Sierra Leone.

Her work sits at the heart of SME development, policy reform, and investment readiness in Sierra Leone, giving her direct insight into what works, what doesn’t, and where the real opportunities lie.

Join us in London on June 19–20 and learn from the leaders, investors, and decision-makers driving investment across Sierra Leone and beyond.

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We are pleased to welcome Alieu Kalokoh, Founder of Kallos Real Estate & Block Factory, as a panellist at SLDIC 2026 London.

After several years in Sweden, Alieu returned to Sierra Leone to invest in solving one of the country’s biggest challenges: access to affordable housing. Today, he leads a growing portfolio across real estate, construction, logistics, and related services, employing over 100 people and delivering projects that contribute to housing, jobs, and urban development.

His work reflects a hands-on approach to investment, that is, building systems, not just businesses and offers practical insight into what it takes to scale in Sierra Leone’s property and infrastructure space.

Join us in London on June 19–20 and learn from the leaders, investors, and decision-makers driving investment across Sierra Leone and beyond.

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King Jimmy Landing Finallist Spotlight 🌟

Big visions require bold action.

Meet King Jimmy Landing finalist, Alysious Konteh, founder of Eastern Spring Water, who is investing in infrastructure, industry, and long-term growth in Sierra Leone’s Eastern Province.

He has self-funded the development of a two-storey commercial compound on Combema Road, Kenema, housing Eastern Spring Water’s production facility, a pharmacy, solar retail, and building materials.

While the facilities are already under construction and operations are taking shape, Alysious represents a founder focused on transforming vision into tangible assets that can drive long-term economic growth in Sierra Leone’s Eastern Province.

On June 20th, 2026, Alysious will join six other outstanding finalists at the King Jimmy Landing Pitch Competition, taking place during SLDIC 2026 London, presenting his company “Eastern Spring Water” before a panel of judges, investors, business leaders, and members of the global Sierra Leonean diaspora.

Join us in London and witness the future of Sierra Leonean innovation unfold live.

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King Jimmy Landing Finallist Spotlight 🌟

He is part of a generation proving that big ideas can come from anywhere. Meet King Jimmy Landing finalist, Leon Grovesnor, founder of EkoCash.

EcoKash is turning waste into wealth by rewarding households and public spaces for the recyclables they generate. Instead of ending up in drains, streets, and dumpsites, plastic bottles, cans, and other recyclables become a source of income.

By connecting communities directly to the recycling industry, EcoKash is building a cleaner Sierra Leone, creating economic opportunities, and driving the transition to a circular economy where waste is no longer wasted. Blockchain technology powers the rewards system, enabling secure, transparent, and efficient payments to users for the recyclables they collect and recycle.

On June 20th, 2026, Leon will join six other outstanding finalists at the King Jimmy Landing Pitch Competition, taking place during SLDIC 2026 London, presenting his company “EcoKash” before a panel of judges, investors, business leaders, and members of the global Sierra Leonean diaspora.

Join us in London and witness the future of Sierra Leonean innovation unfold live.

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See you at the InterContinental Hotel Park Lane for two days of insights, connections, and opportunities focused on Sierra Leone’s future!

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The Room is Filling Up🔥

Register for SLDIC London 2026 before Sunday and save £50 on your delegate pass with code TAFSALONEMICROCITY.

June 19–20 | InterContinental Park Lane, London.