The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) through the National Programme Coordination Unit (NPCU) is implementing the Rural Finance and Community Improvement Programme (RFCIP II) in Sierra Leone. The project is financed by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL) with the objective of improving access to rural financial services and enabling the development of the agricultural sector.
Over 60 well-structured rural finance establishments across Sierra Leone, each designed to empower communities with access to finance, support agribusiness, and foster sustainable development. Built on a people-centered model, NPCU provides communities with strong institutional frameworks and inclusive services that continue to grow with innovation..
How we Work
We partner with leaders, CBs & FSAs to support farmers, women, and youth success.
We deliver training, financial tools, and inclusive programs tailored to each rural community’s needs.
We monitor, evaluate, reinvest, & support sustainable growth for every rural entrepreneur’s success.
We coordinate with over 17 Community Banks & 59 Financial Services Associations (FSAs) across Sierra Leone supported by an Apex Bank that monitors & supervises all institutions. Our dedicated team ensures delivery, transparency, & performance from the grassroots to the national level.
We continues to push communities forward, by building sustainable pathways to rural prosperity.
Everyone, regardless of gender, age, or background can access life-changing financial services.
Over 215,000 rural households supported across Sierra Leone, with real improvements in livelihoods.
Our institutions are governed & owned by local communities, ensuring accountability & sustainability.
Loans, training, and advisory services are customized to the specific needs of rural entrepreneurs.
A fully supervised network of CBs, FSAs, and Apex Bank ensures stability and transparency.
Carefully developed to serve communities nationwide, with trust built across 215,000+ rural households.
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NPCU implements a community-driven model that empowers farmers, women, and youth through inclusive rural finance. With over 76 rural financial institutions under our coordination, we ensure transparency, sustainability, and real impact across Sierra Leone.
We provide financial training, affordable loan products, and technical assistance through Community Banks and Financial Services Associations (FSAs). Our support enables smallholders and entrepreneurs to expand their businesses and improve their livelihoods.
Yes. NPCU works in partnership with the Government of Sierra Leone, IFAD, Apex Bank, and other development partners to promote rural transformation and inclusive finance.
Our services are delivered through local Community Banks and FSAs nationwide. Visit your nearest institution or contact NPCU for guidance on how to benefit from available programs.
Absolutely. NPCU welcomes collaboration with local cooperatives, NGOs, and stakeholders committed to advancing rural development and financial inclusion.
