“The Government of Sierra Leone warmly welcomes this important initiative by ECOWAS and the Government of Germany. John Azumah, ECOWAS Resident Representative in Sierra Leone, underscored the significance of Sierra Leone’s accession to the Fund. “Sierra Leone’s inclusion in the Regional Fund for Stabilization and Development reflects ECOWAS’ unwavering commitment to supporting Member States in building resilient, peaceful and prosperous societies. “Germany is proud to support ECOWAS through the Regional Fund for Stabilization and Development. Throughout the mission, the ECOWAS Commission will present the objectives, governance framework, financing mechanisms and implementation modalities of the Regional Fund for Stabilization and Development.