US Delegation, Sierra Leone Discuss Drug Abuse and Security Issues
Drug Abuse and Security Issues Discussed in Freetown Meeting with US Delegation Freetown, Monday, 26th August 2024—Drug abuse and security issues were the focus of…
Sierra Leone Leads Africa’s Call for Justice at the UN Security Council
President Julius Maada Bio urged urgent reform at the UN Security Council to address Africa’s historical injustice. He called for two permanent seats for Africa, emphasizing the continent’s contributions and the need for fair representation. Sierra Leone leads in this crucial push for global equity.
Sheku Fantamadi Bangura Revives Sierra Leone Economy
Sheku Fantamadi Bangura, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Finance, has led significant economic reforms, fiscal discipline measures, and strategic diversification efforts. His work includes modernizing the tax system, managing debt effectively, and promoting sectors like agriculture and tourism, all while improving transparency and supporting vulnerable populations.
Sheku Fantamadi Bangura Delivers at Finance Ministry
Sheku Fantamadi Bangura, as Sierra Leone’s Finance Minister, faced severe economic challenges, including high debt and rampant inflation. With a strategic approach focusing on fiscal discipline, economic diversification, and institutional reforms, Bangura played a key role in stabilizing and revitalizing the nation’s economy.
Empowering African Women
On July 3rd, 2024, Josephine Kamara hosted a historic event at the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation, featuring the First Ladies of Sierra Leone, Cape Verde, and Burundi. This momentous gathering launched the “We Are Equal” campaign and celebrated Sierra Leone’s passage of the Child Marriage Act of 2024. Dr. Fatima M Bio, Sierra Leone’s First Lady, expressed her gratitude and highlighted the unity among African First Ladies in fighting for gender equality. The First Ladies discussed the challenges and triumphs of advocating for women’s rights, emphasizing the importance of continuous efforts to empower girls and women. This event marked a significant step towards a more inclusive and equitable future for all African women and girls.
Fire at Dangote’s $20bn Refinery
Fire at Dangote’s $20bn Refinery: Cause, Impact, and Future Prospects The Dangote Refinery, a $20 billion project in the Lekki Free Trade Zone in Lagos,…
AGOA Eligibility and Ineligibility: A Critical Analysis
AGOA Eligibility and Ineligibility: A Critical Analysis AGOA Impact on US-Africa Trade AGOA, the African Growth and Opportunity Act, is pivotal in US-Africa trade relations….
AGOA Reauthorization and Future of US-Africa Trade
The AGOA Renewal and Improvement Act of 2024 extends AGOA to 2041, enhancing US-Africa trade relations and fostering economic growth.
President Bio’s Unity Plan for Sierra Leone’s Future
President Bio’s unity plan outlines crucial steps for national peace and progress. He emphasizes the importance of collective responsibility and active citizen engagement in nation-building. Highlighting transparency, good governance, and inclusivity, his speech calls for unity and shunning divisive rhetoric.
Museveni Call to End Global Exploitation of Africa
In a forceful address, Yoweri Museveni, President of Uganda, articulated a bold critique of what he perceives as the global community’s continued economic exploitation of…
