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It could be recalled that on the 7th of November 2023, the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) and the United Nations International Children Emergency Funds (UNICEF) engaged experts from Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies, National and International Non-Governmental Organizations, donor funding agencies and the private sector to design a Cash Plus Program for the prevention of Child Marriage through Social Protection. Following several technical engagements, NaCSA and UNICEF have reconvened these experts to continue the technical multi-sectoral dialogue on preventing child marriage and teenage pregnancy, review and discuss the proposed integrated (cash+) model for the prevention of child marriage and teenage…

In a heartwarming reception at State House, President Julius Maada Bio warmly welcomed the Sierra Leone Robotics Team, who recently returned from their successful participation in the FIRST global robotics challenge held in Singapore. The Commissioner of the National Commission for Children, Mrs. Joyce Tejan Kella, accompanied the team and expressed her gratitude to the President for his unwavering support and encouragement.Reflecting on the events that transpired in October 2023, Mrs Kella shared that the team was back to present their report and certificates to the President. The FIRST Robotics Competition, which involved high school students building industrial-size robots and…

On Tuesday 13 February 2024, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, Chief Minister of Sierra Leone, highlighted the country’s efforts in leveraging technology and innovation to enhance public service delivery and uplift the lives of its citizens. Speaking at the Government Services Forum during the World Government Summit in Dubai, Dr Sengeh shared the digital initiatives undertaken by Sierra Leone, and one of the key accomplishments mentioned by Dr Sengeh was the development of digital solutions such as a USSD dictionary, which complements traditional books, and an SMS result checker that has been utilized by nearly five million people across the country.…

Minister of Communication, Technology, and Innovation, Salima Bah, recently led a delegation to Nigeria in a bid to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange in the field of technology and innovation. The delegation visited various institutions to gain insight and explore potential partnerships. Another significant meeting took place with Dr. Aristotle, the Acting Director General & Director of Strategic Planning at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). The discussions aimed to enhance Sierra Leone’s Standards and Compliance Unit and understand and adapt approaches for standards in emerging technologies. Collaborative efforts were explored in areas such as blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, big…

With the vision of supporting President Julius Maada Bio to deliver on its promises and to ensure that the Sierra Leone Peoples Party (SLPP) retains power in 2028, Alhaji Musa Tarawally has launched a campaign to energize the SLPP grassroots.  As a way of restoring hope and confidence in the grassroots and supporters of the SLPP, a fruitful family meeting was held on Wednesday 7th February 2024 at the SLPP regional office in the South with party stakeholders and supporters in attendance. The meeting was attended by the SLPP Regional Secretary General South, Mr Francis Ibrahim Massaquoi, SLPP Bo Deputy District…

At a well-attended special government press conference organised by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education at Brookfields Hotel on Tuesday, February 6th, the Terms of Reference of the Tripartite Committee was signed by all parties and witnesses. The occasion which was graced by dignitaries including the United States Ambassador to Sierra Leone, the British High Commissioner, the European Union head of Mission and many others was beamed to a global audience by the MOICE’s Facebook platform and other outlets. The hall was prim and orderly with designated seats for particular people. The panel was a full complement of all the actors…

A group of ECOWAS Parliamentarians recently visited Sierra Leone to experience its hospitality and familiarize themselves with the country’s history. Led by the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, the visit included a tour of the Peace Museum, a legacy project of the Residual Special Court for Sierra Leone.During the visit, the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Tunis, introduced the Parliamentarians to the Registrar of the Peace Museum, Binta Mansaray, who welcomed them and shared the museum’s significance in honouring the victims of the war and contributing to the peace process. The Outreach Coordinator, Patrick Fatoma, provided insights…

The National Civil Registration Authority (NCRA) of Sierra Leone has announced that all citizens must obtain National Identification Cards by March 31st, 2024. This directive, ratified by Parliament in March 2022, applies to National, Non-National, and ECOWAS ID cards, which are required for accessing various services such as financial transactions, vehicle registration, recruitment, and NASSIT enrollment. Failure to comply may result in individuals being unable to access essential services, including healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. Authorities may also arrest those who fail to obtain the necessary ID cards, as they serve as the primary form of personal identification.The NCRA, in…

Ambassador Anthony Navo Jr., the Chief Executive Officer of Africa Young Voices (AYV) Media Empire, has been honoured by the Sierra Leone Bar Association for his commitment to promoting justice and the rule of law through responsible journalism. The award recognizes his contributions to the media landscape in Sierra Leone and his tireless efforts to make a positive impact in his community.Under Ambassador Navo Jr.’s leadership, AYV Media Empire has become a beacon of hope for independent and quality journalism in Sierra Leone. The organization has been praised for its dedication to empowering young people and giving them a platform…

Africa Energy Partners is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of a contract to support F.A. Oil Limited in the farm out of their recently acquired Blocks 53, 54, 55, 71, 72, and 73, offshore Sierra Leone, formerly owned and operated by Chevron. With this partnership, Africa Energy Partners will leverage its expertise and resources to facilitate the farm-out process for F.A. Oil Limited, including the hosting of the F.A. Oil Limited Farm Out Investment webinar, which will be taking place later this month, more details to follow. “We are delighted to collaborate with F.A. Oil Limited on this…