The Sierra Leone Meteorological Agency (SLMet) validated its Strategic Plan and Action Plan for 2026–2031, according to a World Meteorological Organization project update published on 26 October 2026. The WMO said the work was supported by the Climate Risk and Early Warning Systems (CREWS) initiative's West Africa project. The plan was validated at a workshop on 25 September 2026.

The WMO reported that the plan was developed through a participatory process involving government institutions, technical agencies, civil society, academia and development partners. It identifies needs including additional meteorologists and technical specialists, expanded and modernized observation networks, stronger forecasting and data management, and better information dissemination. It also prioritizes a Quality Management System and WMO Information System capabilities.

The plan's stated vision is that by 2031 citizens, institutions and the economy will be more resilient to severe weather and climate hazards through effective use of weather, climate and early warning services. The WMO said the strategy is aligned with Sierra Leone's Medium-Term National Development Plan 2024–2030 and with frameworks including the Sendai Framework, the Sustainable Development Goals and Early Warnings for All.