By Sallieu S. Kanu
Freetown, Sierra Leone – July 17, 2026: Africa Global Logistics (AGL) Sierra Leone has intensified its anti‑corruption campaign by unveiling a Supplier Code of Conduct, reinforcing transparency and accountability across its operations. The announcement came during Africa Anti‑Corruption Day commemorations at the New Brookfields Hotel, where AGL joined forces with the Anti‑Corruption Commission (ACC), suppliers, shipping agencies, and transport operators to strengthen integrity within the logistics sector.
Senior ACC official Samuel Marah, delivering the keynote, warned that procurement remains one of the most corruption‑prone areas due to discretionary decision‑making. He urged stakeholders to treat integrity not as a compliance burden but as a “fundamental business principle and a valuable business asset.”
AGL’s Legal and Compliance Manager, Nontali Sia Kamara, Esq., highlighted the company’s zero‑tolerance stance, citing adherence to Sierra Leone’s Anti‑Corruption Act, France’s Sapin II Law, and AGL’s internal Code of Conduct. She emphasized ongoing compliance training, awareness campaigns, and whistleblowing mechanisms to root out misconduct.
Maroun Abi‑Aad, General Manager of Freetown Terminal, described the Supplier Code of Conduct as a cornerstone of ethical procurement, stressing that suppliers’ cooperation is essential. He confirmed that compliance with the Code is now a prerequisite for doing business with AGL.
The event featured technical presentations on ethical procurement, supply chain integrity, and anti‑corruption best practices, culminating in interactive sessions where participants tackled real‑life compliance scenarios. Closing the programme, Sylvia G. Jarrett thanked stakeholders for their commitment and urged them to translate discussions into concrete actions to sustain integrity across Africa’s logistics industry.