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How the Delegation Came Together Perfectly

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Monday morning started with the Chief Immigration Officer — the official launch that set expectations for the week. By afternoon, delegates were in banking sessions learning the practical details: how account setup actually works, what business entity structures make sense for new citizens, and which banks understand how to work with foreign capital.
Getting to the Decision Makers

Mid-week brought the meetings most delegates had travelled for. The Minister of Mines and Minerals walked through sector opportunities in iron ore, diamonds, and titanium — discussing realistic assessments of what’s available, what’s already committed, and where gaps exist for new players.

Foreign Office representatives explained Sierra Leone’s regional positioning within ECOWAS, how collaboration works across West African states, and what freedom of movement actually means in practice for citizens and businesses operating across borders.

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Three Days of Direct Engagement in Freetown

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The second GO-FOR-GOLD delegation brought over 30 participants to Freetown – new citizens, prospective applicants, and Official Partners, for an intensive three-day program of meetings with Sierra Leone’s decision makers.

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Second Official Delegation to Sierra Leone: Week in Freetown

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Over 30 delegates travelled to Freetown for direct meetings with Sierra Leone’s key decision makers and to see firsthand the progress being made under President Bio’s Vision 2039.

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The Story So Far

The Ongoing Story of the GO-FOR-GOLD Initiative

INTERVIEW: How to Design a Residency by Investment Program Entirely from Scratch

Stephen Barnes shares his insights into the innovative GO-FOR-GOLD Residency and Citizenship by Investment Program, which he helped develop for Sierra Leone. The discussion explores the program’s inception, structure, and transformative potential for Sierra Leone’s economy.

Ep2 | Our Story | New Service Offerings | SLID Authorize 2 New Naturalization Pathways

There are now 3 pathways to secure a foothold in Sierra Leone en route to becoming a powerhouse in the Africa Story.

Ep1 | Our Story | The First 7 Days | Taking GO-FOR-GOLD To Market | Keen Early Interest

The GO-FOR-GOLD program, which links investment in Sierra Leonean gold with permanent residency and citizenship benefits, saw a successful launch last week.

Ep0 | Our Story | Prologue | The Troubling Condition of Residency by Investment Schemes

The article discusses the growing challenges facing the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) industry, focusing on six key existential risks: scandals, legal disputes, regulatory scrutiny, and declining trust.
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The GO-FOR-GOLD Model: Did Sierra Leone Just Bypass the Entire CBI Industry?

Stephen Barnes, the program architect behind Sierra Leone's GO-FOR-GOLD initiative, has committed to naturalising 4,000 families over the next 5 years using an instrument that's been hiding in plain sight: Presidential prerogative under Section 27A of the Citizenship Act.

GO-FOR-GOLD Exists To Support Artisanal Mining & Retain Sovereign Wealth

Sierra Leone is renowned for its rich mineral resources, particularly gold. However, beyond its natural abundance, what sets Sierra Leone apart is its evolving commitment to transparency, security, and ethical mining practices in its bid to forge a path in the Africa 2.0 story.

Why GO-FOR-GOLD Is THE GOLD STANDARD Global Permanent Residency

Sierra Leone, a country rich in natural resources, vast agricultural potential, and abundant minerals, is positioning itself as an ideal haven for those seeking stability in times of crisis. With its GO-FOR-GOLD PR program, the country offers a unique opportunity for foreign nationals.

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