Managed security services
Managed security services in Sierra Leone
Commercial activity in Sierra Leone is centred on Freetown, where banks, government offices and trading businesses are located in Central Freetown around Siaka Stevens Street. Hotels, embassies, international organisations and residences are concentrated in the west end of the city, in Aberdeen, Lumley, Wilberforce and Hill Station.
Security considerations in Sierra Leone
A programme in Sierra Leone usually covers offices in Central Freetown, hotels, residences and compounds in Aberdeen, Lumley, Wilberforce and Hill Station, and sites in Bo, Kenema or mining areas inland. A managed programme applies the same post orders, supervision and reporting format at every site. English is the official language, and Krio is spoken across the country, which helps officers communicate with visitors and local staff.
Freetown’s hilly terrain and congested roads affect travel times between the city centre and the west end, and the rainy season, roughly from May to October, can slow movement further. Coverage plans need relief officers, supervisors who can reach each site reliably, access control procedures for compounds, and arrangements for power interruptions and outdoor posts.
- Central Freetown
- Siaka Stevens Street
- Aberdeen
- Lumley
- Lumley Beach Road
- Wilberforce
- Hill Station
- Spur Road
- Congo Cross
- Juba
How MGP delivers coverage in Sierra Leone
Coverage in Sierra Leone runs on the MGP Global Partner Program: MGP designs and manages the programme, and officers are supplied by vetted local security partners and held to MGP Post Orders.
Private security regulation in Sierra Leone
The licensing requirements that apply to private security companies in Sierra Leone are confirmed with local partners before work begins.
Cities in Sierra Leone
- Freetown
- Bo
- Kenema
- Makeni
- Koidu
- Lungi
Coverage in other locations, including Port Loko, Waterloo and the Western Area peninsula, is arranged on request.
Frequently asked questions
Does MGP hold its own security licence in Sierra Leone?
No. MGP does not hold a private security licence in Sierra Leone. Officers are employed by vetted Sierra Leonean security companies that hold the required licences, and MGP manages the programme, its standards and its reporting.
What languages do the officers speak?
All officers speak English and Krio, and many also speak Temne or Mende. The language level required for each post is set out in the site post orders.
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Talk to us about coverage in Sierra Leone
Call +1 833-832-6647 or request an assessment online.