September 2024

In Detroit and Freetown, Michigan and Sierra Leone Establish SPP Partnership

Politics /

Despite an ocean of separation, Michigan and Sierra Leone share a common history, industry, and resources. Freetown, as the name suggests, was a beacon of hope for formerly enslaved peoples “You never get a second chance to make a first impression,” the adage goes. However, since the announcement in May 2024 that Sierra Leone would […]

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Morocco Reaches Out to Mano River Union for Regional Peace & Prosperity

Business, MRU, Politics /

Morocco has agreed with Mano River Union to foster cooperation ties in security, economy, investment, finance, education, technical assistance, and vocational training. The Mano River Union, which was established in 1973, includes Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea and Côte d’Ivoire. The four African countries and Morocco share the same views and goals to spur regional growth

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Sierra Leone Minister Has High Expectations From Azerbaijan at COP29

Environment, Gender, Politics /

Azerbaijan has already taken on the responsibility of addressing humanitarian issues arising from climate disruptions, and I believe the country will continue to defend climate issues integrated with peace and security during COP29 Kenyeh Laura Barlay, Sierra Leone’s minister of Planning and Economic Development, believes that Azerbaijan will continue to defend climate issues integrated into

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Paving the Way for Food Systems Transformation in Sierra Leone

Agriculture, Economy, Politics /

By Hon. Dr Henry Musa Kpaka, Minister for Agriculture and Food Security, Sierra Leone By using a range of techniques from mechanization and irrigation to improved seed varieties, and complimenting this with climate-smart technologies and innovations, FEED SALONE will help boost Sierra Leone’s agricultural growth rates and strengthen our food resilience in the process. A report

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BREAKING: U.S. Congress Okays Sierra Leone’s $400 Million MCC Compact

Economy, Politics /

Moving forward, the Vice President and his team will also be at the forefront of overseeing the implementation of this massive project, which promises to revolutionize Sierra Leone’s energy sector Reports from Washington have confirmed that the U.S. Congress has finally approved the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact grant of $480 million to Sierra Leone,

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The Man Championing Chimpanzee Conservation in Sierra Leone

Entertainment, Environment, Health /

Bala Amarasekaran, the founder of Tacugama Sanctuary, has dedicated 30 years of his life to rescuing and protecting chimpanzees. Sierra Leone is home to one of the largest populations of chimpanzees in West Africa, yet the species remains critically endangered. As the head of the Tacugama Sanctuary, Bala Amarasekaran rescues chimpanzees, provides conservation education, and

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Authorities in Sierra Leone Concludes Search and Rescue Operations After Story Building Collapse

Environment, Health, Politics /

On the evening of September 22nd, while the NDMA reasonably concluded that no individuals remained trapped in the rubble, search efforts continued on September 23rd and 24th, particularly on the third and fourth floors, which were used as storage areas The country’s National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) officially announced on Tuesday 24 September that it

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Statement by HE Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, at the General Debate of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly

Politics /

September 24, 2024 We will continue to promote respect for and adherence to International Law and the UN Charter, ensure the protection of civilians, end impunity through accountability, and foster dialogue for the peaceful settlement of disputes. I congratulate Your Excellency Philemon Yang on your election as President of the 79th Session of the United

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German Africa Prize 2024 Awarded to Sierra Leone Politician

Business, Gender, Politics /

Mayor of the Municipality of Freetown in Sierra Leone, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, has been described as a powerful woman who has improved her city in many ways and made it a pioneer in several areas, according to the German Africa Foundation who describes her as an “inspiration.” it said in just six years, she had introduced models of sustainability

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