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The Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus (SLeFPaC), led by Hon. Bernadette Wuyata Songa on Wednesday 29/05/2024 commenced a two-day capacity building and training workshop at the Freetown City Council Conference Center. The workshop is intended to enhance the understanding of the female MPs on the Gender Equality and Women’s Employment (GEWE) Act, gender-sensitive oversight methodologies, effective advocacy strategies, gender base violence, women’s rights and legislative processes. In her welcome address, the Deputy Director of, the Department for Programs, Research and Partnership (DePReP), Mary Koroma in her welcome address used the opportunity to stress the importance and existence of the Female…
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) on Wednesday, May 29, convened a crucial meeting with Premier League club chairmen and secretaries to discuss the implementation of the CAF Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP). The meeting, held at the SLFA Secretariat Conference Room, among other things, marks a significant step towards modernizing the registration and transfer processes for players in Sierra Leone.The CLOP system will transition Premier League clubs from manual to electronic registrations and transfers, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency. The session was facilitated by SLFA Acting General Secretary *Mohamed Benson Bawoh, Club License Manager Sorie Ibrahim Sesay, and First Instance…
HE Dr Morie Komba Manyeh attended an important UK Trade, Investment & Agribusiness Summit in the historic city of Peterborough, where he delivered a compelling address to a distinguished assemblage of industry experts, academics, investors and entrepreneurs. The event, organised by Mr Godson Azu and his team at Carter and Merger Consult Ltd, focused on the theme “Understanding and Exploring the Potentials of Agri-Tech and Agribusiness” within the context of Climate Change Dynamics and its impact on Trade and Investment Trends.The summit was formally opened by The Worshipful Mayor of Peterborough City Council, Cllr. Marco Cereste, and ably moderated by…
Augustine S. Marrah Esq, Julian Cole Esq, and Wara Serry-Kamal Esq. Augustine S. Marrah has vehemently denied any political interference in the recent Sierra Leone Bar Association election chaos that occurred in Kenema. Speaking at a Press Conference in Freetown, Marrah clarified that the disruption of the election process was the result of individuals seeking to “mutilate democracy” and not the influence of any political party. Marrah highlighted several key issues that marred the integrity of the election process. One major concern was the compromised voter list, with members who had paid their dues finding their names omitted without explanation.…
Six hospitals have been electrified with solar and battery systems under the Sierra Leone Healthcare Electrification Project. The project, implemented by SEforALL and partners, has helped ensure hospitals have a reliable power supply for life-saving medical equipment around the clock. SEforALL is rallying other stakeholders to urgently invest in renewable energy solutions to transform the health sector. Six main hospitals in Sierra Leone are now enjoying clean, reliable and affordable energy following the installation of solar power systems with batteries, as part of a project managed by Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL). The installations were completed in late 2023 at the Ola…
Former Presidents of the Sierra Leone Bar Association have strongly denounced the violence that marred the Annual General Meeting held in Kenema on May 17th and 18th, 2024. They have expressed deep concern over the actions of some members of the Bar, which they believe are contrary to the values and principles of their esteemed profession. In a joint statement, the Past Presidents have condemned any efforts to disenfranchise members of the Association and obstruct their right to elect new leaders. They have called for a thorough investigation into any actions that undermine the democratic process within the Association and…
As the world of entrepreneurship continues to expand, the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) is gearing up to host a dynamic Entrepreneurship Week, slated to take place from Monday, May 20th to Saturday, May 25th, 2024. This week-long event is going to be more than just a series of workshops and seminars; it embodies the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and collective growth. The festivities commence on Monday, May 20th, with a series of Masterclass sessions designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the essential tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of starting and sustaining a successful venture.…
Su Jin Park, Regional Director of IWPG Global Region 5 Su Jin Park, Regional Director of IWPG Global Region 5, announced on the 29th that on the 27th, it held “The 5th Annual Commemoration of the April 26th ‘International Women’s Peace Day'” in collaboration with five regional branches in South Korea (Daegu, Pohang, Gumi, Gyeongju, and Andong). On April 26, 2019, IWPG proclaimed ‘International Women’s Peace Day,’ a global peace festival for women, and this year marks its 5th anniversary. This annual commemoration, held on April 26, takes place both online and offline around the world, serving as a day…
President Julius Maada Bio President Julius Maada Bio has urged his cabinet ministers and their deputies to avoid distraction and focus on delivering on the campaign promises he made during the 2023 general elections. He was addressing his ministers and their deputies at the Ministerial Retreat in Bo City, Southern Sierra Leone, where he also said they should not leave things undone on their desks for more than one hour. “There should be collaboration and coordination between all of you. You don’t have to be friends, but you can consult each other when the need arises. Collaboration should be both…
Chief Minister Dr David Moinina Sengeh During the 10th death anniversary of Alhaji Dr Tejan Kabbah at Bintumani International Conference Centre in Freetown, Chief Minister Dr David Moinina Sengeh publicly apologized to religious leaders and the people of Sierra Leone for any hurt caused by his words as a public official. He acknowledged that his comments may have been misconstrued or taken out of context, leading to hurt feelings among the community. Dr Sengeh expressed his remorse, stating, “I want to say sorry to anyone who feels hurt by words I have said in my work as a public official.…