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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…

The Parliament of Sierra Leone on Thursday, 08/02/ 2024 debated and approved with anonymity, the Twelfth Report of The Committee on Appointments and The Public Service, Chaired By the Leader of Government Business, Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma. The following Presidential Nominees were approved by Parliament: 1. Dr. Francess Fornah, Member Board of Trustees, Students Loan Scheme Fund 2. Mr. Mustapha S. T. Kella, Chairman Fertilizer Regulatory Agency 3. Mr. Amara Idara Sheriff, Chairman Sierra Leone Seeds Certification Agency 4. Mr. Saidu Alie Lakoh, Chairman National Youths Commission 5. Mr Abdul Samad Kamara, Chairman of the National Youths Service 6. Mr.…

On Tuesday 6th February 2024, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Consumer Protection Commission of Sierra Leone (NCPC), Mr Lawrence Bassie, and the Supervisor of the Customer Relations and Communications Department of the Commission, Mrs Bernadette B. Fullah, are currently attending the 8th Statutory Meeting of the Competition Consultative Committee (CCC) of the ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA), which is being held from 06-08 February 2024 in Abuja, Federal Republic of Nigeria. The meeting is aimed at finalizing and validating a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) and the National Competition Authorities (NCA) for…

In an exciting development for football enthusiasts, the Sierra Leone National Under-20 Football Team, fondly known as Shooting Stars, has commenced its preparations for the highly anticipated U20 Zonal Tournament. The tournament, set to take place in Monrovia, Liberia, from Saturday the 17th to Sunday the 25th of February, 2024, promises to be a thrilling showcase of youth football talent.To bring glory to their nation, Shooting Stars has assembled a formidable 26-man squad. These talented young athletes are eager to display their skills on the regional stage and make their mark in the tournament. The team is fully aware of…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, delivered a keynote address at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, where he highlighted President Dr. Julius Maada Bio’s ‘Big Five’ Agenda. In his speech, Dr. Sengeh emphasized Sierra Leone’s commitment to education, its efforts to improve local food production, and the importance of innovation and infrastructure in driving the country’s development.Dr. Sengeh praised Sierra Leone’s investment in education, stating that the country was one of the leading global spenders in this sector. He highlighted the significant increase in school enrollment, improved learning outcomes, and the opportunities…

Sierra Rutile, a leading mineral sands company in Sierra Leone, has made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend its operations effective March 11th, 2024. The company’s Board and Management have taken this step to focus on restructuring the business, reducing costs, and aligning production plans amidst challenging global market conditions affecting the demand and price of rutile, a mineral used in various industries.In a Notice of Suspension issued to the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL), Sierra Rutile expressed its intention to use this temporary halt in operations as an opportunity to reach a mutually agreeable resolution on the fiscal regime…

The Budapest-Bamako-Freetown rally, one of the world’s most thrilling adventure events, has recently concluded its third edition in Freetown, Sierra Leone. This rally, which attracts passionate tourists from around the globe, follows a route from Budapest to Freetown, traversing various roads and showcasing the beauty of Africa. As the rally reached its final destination, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Madam Nabeela Tunis, expressed her gratitude to the participants and organizers for selecting Sierra Leone as their preferred endpoint. This choice not only highlights the country’s enduring hospitality but also emphasizes its potential as a tourism destination.Minister Tunis…