Sierra Leone Water Company Act, 2001
An Act establishing the Sierra Leone Water Company to supply water in the Western Area, including Freetown.
Summary
The Sierra Leone Water Company Act, 2001 established the Sierra Leone Water Company (SALWACO) — or provides for a water company — responsible for the provision of water supply services. (Water supply in the Western Area, including Freetown, is provided by the Guma Valley Water Company, with SALWACO serving the provinces.)
The Act provides for the company's establishment, governance, powers and functions in the development, operation and management of water-supply systems and the supply of water to consumers. It provides for its operations, charges and administration, within the framework later overseen by the electricity and water regulator.
Main provisions
- Establishes a national water company to supply water.
- Provides for its governance, powers and functions.
- Provides for the development and operation of water-supply systems.
- Provides for the supply of water to consumers and related charges.
- Operates within the framework later overseen by the water regulator.