Sierra Leone Electricity and Water Regulatory Commission Act, 2011
An Act establishing an independent regulator for the electricity and water sectors in Sierra Leone.
Summary
The Sierra Leone Electricity and Water Regulatory Commission Act, 2011 establishes the Electricity and Water Regulatory Commission as the independent regulator of the electricity and water-supply sectors. It was enacted as part of the 2011 reform that separated sector regulation from service provision.
The Act provides for the Commission's establishment, independence, governance and functions, including the licensing and regulation of electricity and water service providers, the setting and approval of tariffs, the setting and enforcement of service standards and quality, consumer protection, and dispute resolution. It provides for the Commission's powers of monitoring and enforcement, supporting efficient, fair and sustainable utility services.
It operates alongside the National Electricity Act, 2011.
Main provisions
- Establishes an independent electricity and water regulator.
- Provides for its independence, governance and functions.
- Licenses and regulates electricity and water service providers.
- Sets and approves tariffs and service standards.
- Provides for consumer protection and dispute resolution.
- Provides for monitoring and enforcement powers.