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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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President Bio of Sierra Leone, Cyril Ramaphosa of SA Among First to Address UNGA

Politics /

Discussions are also expected to cover critical issues such as climate change, global inequalities, debt burdens, and the impact of new technologies Presidents Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone and Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa are scheduled to address the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Tuesday. President

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Sierra Leone’s Public Transport and Road Safety Authorities to Improve Public Transportation with New Safety Legislation

Business, Health, Politics /

The new legislation was being introduced to address critical road safety issues, including the increase of old vehicles, the use of substandard spare parts, and the problem of abandoned cars on highways The Sierra Leone Public Transport Authority (SLPTA) and the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) have told journalists about their independent but similar

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Sierra Leone Is Transforming its Food Systems, But…

Agriculture, Economy, Politics /

Feed Salone is aimed at boosting agriculture productivity, fuelling economic growth, decreasing dependence on imports and reducing hunger One of the most pressing issues facing humanity is the need to transform food systems to become more equitable, environmentally sustainable, able to deliver healthy diets for all, and also more resilient to disruptions. With the threat

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Sierra Leone Ports and Harbour Authority Records Success Rate With Digital Transformation

Business, Politics /

Bio noted that the Port Authority’s shift from manual paper-based systems to a modern electronic framework, supported by €64,000 in partner funding, was central to its ongoing digital transformation Sierra Leone Ports and Harbour Authority (SLPHA), at the Queen Elizabeth II Quay in Freetown, says it has recorded significant progress in its digital transformation efforts,

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Sierra Leone in Advanced Stage to Negotiate 16 Years on Aviation Blacklist

Business, Economy, Politics /

Madam Barrie also highlighted initiatives to improve regional connectivity, with two airlines in discussions to link Sierra Leone with Liberia, Guinea, Senegal and Ivory Coast in West Africa Director General of the Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SLCAA), Musayeroh Barrie, has announced at the weekly government press conference that are making significant efforts to remove

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Sierra Leone’s Vice President Visits Survivors of Tragic Building Collapse, Calls for Swifter Enforcement of Standards

Environment, Health, Politics /

Looking visibly emotional, VP Juldeh Jalloh reassured the victims of the government’s commitment to providing proper medical care Sierra Leone’s Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, today visited the site of the tragic seven-storey building collapse where several casualties have been reported, highlighting the importance of swiftly enforcing building standards, even if it requires the

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