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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>The National Minerals Agency (NMA) is facing mounting scrutiny after the 2023 Auditor General\u2019s report revealed that over $1 million allocated for community development projects remains unspent. <\/b><\/p>\n

The funds, intended to improve local infrastructure, education, and healthcare in mining-affected areas, have not been distributed, stalling critical development initiatives in the country.<\/p>\n

According to the report, the NMA has failed to disburse the funds despite their earmarking for vital projects aimed at benefiting local communities. This has raised serious concerns about the agency\u2019s transparency and accountability, as several mining towns continue to suffer from inadequate services and infrastructure.<\/p>\n

The NMA Board has defended its inaction, stating that the disbursement of funds was halted due to the lack of monitoring reports from previous allocations. These reports would outline how funds from earlier disbursements were utilized, but they have yet to be provided. As a result, the board has instructed the Director of Finance and Administration to transfer the undistributed $1 million into the Mining Development Fund.<\/p>\n

Civil society groups and affected communities have expressed frustration over the delay, calling for immediate action to ensure the funds are properly allocated and used for their intended purpose. \u201cThese funds are vital for improving the living conditions of people in mining communities. The failure to release them is a setback to local development,\u201d said one community leader.<\/p>\n

Advocates are urging the government to strengthen oversight mechanisms to guarantee that the funds are used effectively, and to ensure that the benefits of mining resources reach the communities that have long been affected by the industry\u2019s operations.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The National Minerals Agency (NMA) is facing mounting scrutiny after the 2023 Auditor General\u2019s report revealed that over $1 million allocated for community development projects remains unspent. The funds, intended to improve local infrastructure, education, and healthcare in mining-affected areas, have not been distributed, stalling critical development initiatives in the country. 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