By: Sorie Sesay
The National Investment Board (NIB) has officially launched its Online Business Registration Services (OBRS) System. The system was officially launched by His Excellency, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, on 10th November 2026, at Miatta Civic Centre, Brookfields, Freetown.
Speaking at the official launching ceremony, the Executive Director of the National Investment Board Sierra Leone, Dr. Edward Hinga Sandy, described the launch as another major step towards transforming the country’s business registration system.
He explained that, for many years, business owners have faced several challenges when registering their businesses. Some were required to spend significant amounts of money travelling from their various communities to Freetown to complete the registration process.
However, he said the newly launched Online Business Registration Services (OBRS) System would reduce these challenges by allowing business owners to register their businesses online without spending unnecessary money or travelling long distances.
He further explained that the OBRS System is an important digital transformation initiative designed to simplify business registration, improve service delivery, and create better opportunities for local and international entrepreneurs and investors to access business registration services in Sierra Leone.
He added that the initiative forms part of the vision of the Government of Sierra Leone under the leadership of President Dr. Julius Maada Bio.
He noted that the government, together with its development partners, has been working hard to make Sierra Leone a country where people can do business without unnecessary difficulties.
He encouraged foreign investors to consider investing in Sierra Leone, stating that the country is creating better business opportunities and platforms to support investment and economic growth.
He also expressed appreciation to the government, development partners, and staff of the National Investment Board for their support towards achieving this milestone.
Meanwhile, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, described the launch of the Online Business Registration Services System as a major achievement for the country.
He said the initiative was part of the promises his government made to the people of Sierra Leone.
According to the President, the challenges faced by local and international investors, including small business owners, when registering their businesses would be reduced through the newly introduced online system.
He explained that the platform would allow business owners from different parts of the country to access business registration services without necessarily travelling to Freetown.
President Bio further stated that since taking office in 2018, his government has introduced several reforms, some of which have contributed to achieving this important milestone for Sierra Leone and international investors.
He also emphasized that business registration services are important at both national and international levels.
The President described the initiative as part of his government’s Five Big Game Changers, which include the Feed Salone initiative.
He assured investors that Sierra Leone is open for business and offers opportunities that can support business growth and development.
He concluded by expressing appreciation to the National Investment Board of Sierra Leone and its development partners for their contributions towards the successful introduction of the Online Business Registration Services System.
