In late April 2024, the Government of Sierra Leone, with support from WHO and other partners, launched its first-ever malaria vaccination campaign. The introduction of 550,000 doses of the RTS,S malaria vaccine marks a pivotal moment in the fight against malaria in the country. Sierra Leone has one of the highest malaria burdens in the […]
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov recently hosted his counterpart from Sierra Leone, Timothy Kabba, in Moscow for discussions aimed at enhancing bilateral ties. During the meeting, Kabba extended congratulations to Russian President Vladimir Putin on his reelection victory and subsequent inauguration. “Today I am very pleased to be here to help deepen and strengthen cooperation
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“Sierra Leone’s vision for a sustainable energy future is becoming a reality,” said DCEO Biswal. “DFC is proud to support the country’s first, large, utility-scale, independent power project and lay the foundation for reliable and affordable electricity in Sierra Leone.” The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation’s (DFC) Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) Nisha Biswal and Chief
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Sierra Leone’s Foreign Minister said his country has been experiencing an energy crisis and welcomed Russia’s investments in the energy sector. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that Moscow and Sierra Leone were mulling cooperation in peaceful nuclear energy, including the possibility of the construction of a nuclear power plant in the West African
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The government of Sierra Leone has instructed ASX-listed Sierra Rutile to recommence mining activities in Area 1 by the end of the month. The government of Sierra Leone has instructed ASX-listed Sierra Rutile to recommence mining activities in Area 1 by the end of the month. The government views Sierra Rutile’s suspension of mining at Area 1 as a violation of
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Sierra Leone has launched the country’s first-ever National Strategic Tourism Plan. The landmark project, in collaboration with the World Bank Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), was launched by Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, vice president, on behalf of Julius Maada Bio, president of Sierra Leone. The event drew government officials, parliamentarians, the mayor, and international partners, underscoring
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Africa World Airlines also plans to resume flights to Freetown in Sierra Leone and Monrovia in Liberia later this year, says Head of Commercials, Jonathan Appiah, who emphasises that this partnership aligns with the airline’s strategic goals of increasing passenger traffic and expanding its operational reach. Africa World Airlines has entered into a strategic partnership
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The Government of Sierra Leone has prioritized home-grown school feeding as a key component of its National School Feeding Policy, with considerable premium on its multi-faceted nature including linking school feeding activities to local food production and procurement that has the potential to induce social and economic development of communities. The United Nations World Food
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Sierra Leone’s Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Dr. Isata Bendu Mahoi, recently participated in the 68th session of the Commission on the State of Women (CSW) at the UN headquarters in New York. She shared insights with Africa Renewal’s Kingsley Ighobor on her empowerment initiatives, the challenges she faces as a political figure, and her message to young women across
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In a historic show of unity, 19 African Heads of State assembled at a major summit committed to focusing development aspirations across the continent. This ambitious agenda, aiming to dramatically improve lives and create new opportunities, positions the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) as a cornerstone for success. Beyond pronouncements, the summit witnessed the
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