Sierra Leone Professional Employer Organization (PEO)

Capital

Freetown is the official capital and largest city of Sierra Leone.  Considered as a major port city major used for the imports and exports trading, it is the main point for cultural, economic, commercial, transportation, education and religious purposes. Freetown is a charming and energetic city where the locals enjoy simple things. With a devastating past history, Sierra Leone is now re building and concentrating on the trading industry. The city of Freetown is constantly renovation. There are mosques, churches, museums and industrial areas.

Currency

Sierra Leonean leone

Languages

Sierra Leone is a multilingual country with over 25 different dialects spoken. However, English is the official language used for education, administration, political purposes. Krio the most widely spoken language among locals.

Economy

Sierra Leone is 136^th largest economy in the world. Predominantly agricultural, half of the locals are engaged in subsistence farming with the main crops harvested which are:  rice, cassava, corn, millet, and peanuts. The cash crops which are mostly used for exports are: coffee, cocoa, palm kernels, and palm oil. Farming mainly involves: poultry, cattle, sheep, pigs, and goats. The fishing industry is also significant. The mining industry has also its importance as they are managed by companies specialized in finance. The tourism industry is also an expanding sector in Sierra Leone due to its beautiful beaches, warm and tropical climate. Fishing communities, surf clubs, bars and restaurants are also available. Sierra Leone now appeals to tourists.

INTERESTING FACT ABOUT SIERRA LEONE:

For a country as small as this, Sierra Leone is home to an astounding 16 groups belong to different ethnicities. Each ethnic group has their own language. The Temne are the largest and most influential group followed by Mende group