16/12/2025
Following a series of productive engagements and strategic planning discussions, we are pleased to have successfully concluded our sessions with one of our partners, Cate Fraedrich, Programme Manager from the ILCU International Development Foundation , Dublin team, Ireland. Her visit was both timely and impactful, energizing our team and reaffirming our shared commitment to achieving stronger results and sustainable impact.
During her visit, Cate engaged with key national stakeholders, including the Irish Ambassador to Sierra Leone, the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development, the Bank of Sierra Leone, and the Department of Cooperatives. These discussions focused on the growth and development of the credit union movement in Sierra Leone, as well as opportunities for collaboration and support.
Cate also held meetings with the management and staff of Tawopaneh and Bayconfields Credit Unions. The visits provided an opportunity to gain firsthand insights into the operations of the CU including their strategic direction, growth plans, as well as the challenges and opportunities they face.
Overall, the visit strengthened partnerships, enhanced mutual understanding, and reinforced our collective commitment to advancing credit union development in the country.