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Ambassador Michael Imran Kanu of Sierra Leone is president of the United Nations Security Council in August. He plans to use the international platform to advocate on behalf of the African Union for a permanent Council seat for the continent and more elected seats through a debate this month, Aug. 1, 2024. JOHN PENNEY/PASSBLUE By Damilola Banjo There is near-universal consensus to reform the United Nations Security Council, but there is no agreement on what changes should be made or how they can be accomplished. Sierra Leone, the West African country elected to the Council for a two-year term that…
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Alhaji Musa Timothy Kabba, past week, presented a Deed of Gift of Lands at Hill Station to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Turkey for the construction of their respective embassies. Presenting the land documents and conveyances to the heads of the various missions in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation’s conference room, Minister Kabba reiterated the government of Sierra Leone’s commitment to strengthening the bilateral ties with its international partners, adding that the establishment of their physical presence in Sierra Leone through the construction of an embassy demonstrate the high-level…
By Shadrach Aziz Kamara Mercury International Sierra Leone Limited, the premier betting company in the country, recently organized a special event at the vibrant New Sella Spot on Kingharman Road in Freetown. During this memorable event, lucky winners were rewarded with an array of fantastic prizes, including standing fans, mobile phones, power banks, and the grand prize, a brand-new Kekeh. Public Relations Manager, Mercury International, Alhaji Komba, expressed the company’s commitment to giving back to its customers by distributing these exciting items. He encouraged everyone to engage with Mercury’s online platform and take advantage of the opportunity to win numerous…
The Public Debt Division of the Ministry of Finance, Monday 29th July 2024, commenced its Annual Debt Sustainability Analysis (DSA) report writing exercise workshop at Leisure Lodge, 30 off Cape Road, Aberdeen Beach, Freetown. The Director of the Public Debt Division, Matthew Sandy, in his opening statement, said Debt Sustainability Analysis is an annual requirement to assess Sierra Leone’s level of debt accumulation and risk of debt distress rating in the medium to long term, to provide appropriate policy advice to the government on the status of its borrowing. He stated that the exercise is to update the National Debt…
His Excellency, President Dr Julius Maada Bio, met with a team of subject-specific experts assembled by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to discuss perspectives and strategic directions in the ongoing fight against corruption in the country. The initiative represents a robust public-private partnership aimed at confronting graft, a significant impediment to development across Sierra Leone. The strategy aims to build an ethical, accountable nation with zero tolerance for corruption, promoting integrity, transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. ACC Commissioner, Francis Ben Keifala Esq, while introducing the team, emphasised the importance of the President’s insights for shaping the National Anti-Corruption Strategy…
By Kemoh Saidu Sesay Sierra Leone is battling with severe food insecurity, threatening the health and well-being of its citizens. With the uncontrollable hike in food prices, poor weather conditions and inadequate agricultural infrastructure, this situation is alarming. According to the World Food Programme’s (WFP) last bi-annual post-harvest Food Security Monitoring System (FSMS) assessment, 82.3 per cent of Sierra Leoneans were food insecure in 2024, a steady increase compared to the 80 per cent figure from the same period in 2023. The nation is in a food crisis, which not only endangers the health and livelihoods of Sierra Leoneans but…
The United Nations Security Council By Mohamed Kelfala Fofanah The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) will be presided over by Sierra Leone in August 2024, and with it will come the significant responsibility of overseeing the Council’s operations and arranging talks on global peace and security. Sierra Leone will have a major chance to represent the UNSC and discuss important issues on a global scale during this month-long presidency. Under the direction of President H.E. Brig. Rtd. Dr. Julius Maada Bio, Sierra Leone will host an unprecedented discussion on the topic of “Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Addressing the…
By Idrissa Hilton Gogra Information Attaché Sierra Leone Embassy Berlin, Germany In June 2024, President Julius Maada Bio co-chaired the OPEC conference in Austria. It successfully secured pledges totalling USD 800 million from international development and financial institutions at the Sierra Leone Investment Roundtable on Renewable Energy and Food Security. The event was organized by the OPEC Fund for International Development in collaboration with Sierra Leone’s Presidential Initiative on Climate Change, Renewable Energy, and Food Security to bolster investment in crucial sectors. This visit has sparked increased interest from potential investors, who visited Sierra Leone from July 13th to July 20th, 2024, for an…
Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernoh Bah Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernoh Bah, is facing backlash after embarrassing a female citizen during a town hall meeting in Freetown. The meeting, which was moderated by Minister Bah, took a turn when the woman insisted on asking a question that was not part of the scripted agenda. Despite the woman catching the attention of the President, who allowed her to speak, Minister Bah proceeded to insult her, calling her “rude and impolite.” This behaviour was deemed disrespectful by many observers, as questioning the decision of the President in public is…
On Thursday, July 24, The United Nations in Sierra Leone is pleased to announce the joint national launch and symbolic signing of its new United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2025-2030, which will be held on Friday at the Freetown International Conference Centre, Bintumani at 9:30 A.M. The UNSDCF is a comprehensive framework that sets the strategic priorities for the partnership between the United Nations and the Government of Sierra Leone. It aims to accelerate progress towards the SDGs, addressing critical areas such as poverty reduction, health, education, gender equality, and climate action. The Chief Minister, Dr David Moinina…