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The Parliamentary Oversight Committee on Communication Technology and Innovation, chaired by Hon. Boston Munda, on Saturday 29/06/2024 concluded a three-day oversight visit to various telecommunications facilities in the provinces. The purpose of the oversight visits was to evaluate the effectiveness of the broadband internet connectivities and the impacts of Mobile Network Accessibility. The Committee assessed the communications infrastructure, offices and services of NaTCA, UADF and SALPOST in Port Loko, Bo, Kenema and Moyamba Districts respectively. In his statements, the Parliamentary Chairperson, Hon. Boston Munda, commended both Parliament and the Government for supporting the Committee to carry out its activities as…
Vice President, Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh Citizens of Sierra Leone are celebrating Vice President, Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, for his exceptional role in supervising the activities of the country’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). The recent announcement of the approval of a $480 million compact grant investment in the energy sector by the MCC Board of Directors has been met with widespread praise and gratitude towards Vice President Jalloh. The Millennium Challenge Coordinating Unit in the Office of the Vice President has been instrumental in securing this significant investment, which is set to benefit 4.6 million people in Sierra Leone, by…
By Dr. Manal Ghazzawi 26th June 2024 marks the International Day Against Drug Abuse and illicit trafficking, a topic worth putting a spotlight on, as Sierra Leone is currently facing a pressing public health crisis as the prevalence of illicit drugs, notably Kush, continues to rise alongside an alarming increase in Hepatitis B incidence. This dual challenge poses significant threats to the health and well-being of the population, as well as the societal fabric of the country. Understanding the complexities of these interconnected issues is crucial in developing effective strategies to mitigate their impact and prevent further escalation of the…
Shadi Gerjawi, Managing Director of Africell Sierra Leone Shadi Gerjawi, Managing Director of Africell Sierra Leone, has underscored the crucial role of engineering in national development, describing it as the “architect of our future.” Gerjawi made these remarks during a four-day symposium organized by the Sierra Leone Institution of Engineers (SLIE) at the New Brookfields Hotel, Jomo Kenyatta Road, Freetown. The event, themed “Contemporary Approaches to Engineering Education and Practices,” brought together engineers from across Sub-Saharan Africa, including Liberia, The Gambia, Kenya, and other anglophone countries.The symposium, held every four years, aims to induct new members into the engineering profession…
Sierra Rutile Limited on July 1st 2024 announced that it has signed a bid implementation agreement with Gemcorp Capital. By the agreement, Gemcorp will submit a takeover bid for all of Sierra Rutile’s shares that it does not currently own. The chance to accept the bid and get paid in cash for their shares will be given to shareholders through this offer, which is anticipated to be sent to them in the middle of July 2024. The Sierra Rutile Board has advised shareholders to accept the Offer when it becomes available because they feel it offers the company compelling value.…
President and Founder of Ladies with Vision (LWV), Madiana Mensah-Gborie, disclosed that LWV has embarked on Agriculture by giving seedlings, and farm tools to young women in Bo district, Southern Sierra Leone. She went on to say that LWV is partnering with SRD sponsored by FRIDA to help women in the Bo district develop their income base. Madam Mensah-Gborie pointed out that LWV has always worked frantically to see that women are empowered and also to boost the vision of President Bio in the fight against food insecurity. “Across the world, women make up a large portion of agricultural labour.…
Sierra Leone has taken the helm at Ghana’s prestigious Regional Maritime University (RMU). This significant transition of leadership marks a new chapter in the institution’s commitment to maritime excellence and collaboration within the West African region.The meeting commenced with a warm welcome note delivered by the Registrar of the RMU, setting a cordial tone for the event. This was followed by the introduction of delegates from various member states, highlighting the diverse and collaborative spirit of the university.In a heartfelt statement, the outgoing Chairman expressed gratitude to the university for its enduring support throughout their tenure. He acknowledged the collective…
By Shadrach Aziz Kamara Sight Savers Sierra Leone, with support from Irish Aid for a Better World citizenship participation project, on Wednesday 26th 2024, engaged persons with disabilities across the country for their voices to be heard. The engagement and consultation, aimed at facilitating disabilities issues, took place at Sight Savers headquarters, Congo Cross, Freetown. The Country Lead, SightSavers Sierra Leone, Tiangay Goundoe, assured persons with disabilities that after the upcoming world leaders summit in New York this September, their voices will be heard, adding that they discussed the challenges of disabilities. “We can’t sit at our office and get…
Local workers with the Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Security, Mohamed Rahman Swaray Local workers at the Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG) former Kingho Mining, have lamented the ordeal they face at the Mining Company to the Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Security, Mohamed Rahman Swaray. This revelation was made to the Minister on Thursday 20th June, when he paid a visit to the Leone Rock Mining site to gather first-hand information about the welfare of the workers. This visit comes after publications about the poor treatment of local workers, and poor condition of service among others, which…
With a vision to help stabilize and ensure adequate petroleum supplies in the country for quite a while, the Executive Chairman of the Petroleum Regulatory Agency, Brima Baluwa Koroma, commissioned Conex Energy’s two tank farms at the Conex Kissy Terminal in Freetown. One of those tank farms is meant for Petrol, while the other one is equally meant for Diesel, with each of those tank farms carrying 15,000 metric tons, making it a total of 30,000 metric tons of fuel. The unprecedented symbolic commissioning of the biggest and tallest tanks in the Downstream Petroleum Sector not only served as a…