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WAES: From $208b trade to economic rebirth in West Africa by Omoniyi Joshua
Eagle Online
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July 4, 2025
At the heart of the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) 2025, held at the International Conference Centre in Abuja, lies a bold ambition: to significantly increase intra-regional trade within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS),...
VP Juldeh Jalloh Leads Sierra Leone Delegation at Global Development Conference in Spain
Sierraloaded
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July 4, 2025
The Vice President of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has successfully led a vibrant delegation representing Sierra Leone at a major international conference in Sevilla, Spain, showcasing the country’s commitment to global development. The...
Agriculture and Defense Ministries Sign MOU to Strengthen Food Security in Sierra Leone
Sierraloaded
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July 4, 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has officially partnered with the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) to enhance food security through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement was formalized during a...
India Institutionalising Outcome-Based Financing For Skilling: Jayant Chaudhary
MENAFN
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July 4, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship said on Friday that India is not only experimenting with outcome-based financing but is also institutionalising the same to...
The peace that starves, silences and betrays Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone Telegraph
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July 4, 2025
Alpha Amadu Jalloh: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 04 July 2025: How do you define peace in a country where children die because hospitals lack oxygen? How do you rank as peaceful a nation ruled by fear, intimidation, corruption and hunger? How do you...
NIB Executive Director Dr. Edward Hinga Sandy Elected President of ECOWAS Trade Promotion Organisation Network
Sierraloaded
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July 4, 2025
The National Investment Board (NIB) of Sierra Leone has announced a landmark achievement as its Executive Director, Dr. Edward Hinga Sandy, has been elected President of the ECOWAS Trade Promotion Organisation (TPO) Network for the 2025–2026 term....
Sierra Leone Secures $250 Million Investment Deal with OPEC Fund
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OPEC Fund) and Sierra Leone have signed a Country Partnership Strategy, which earmarks US$250 million for investments in the West African country until 2030. OPEC Fund President Abdulhamid Alkhalifa...
Elon Musk's Starlink goes live in Chad, its 24th market in Africa
Business Insider Africa
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July 4, 2025
Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has officially commenced operations in Chad, following the finalisation of its licensing process and confirmation via the company’s official availability map. The...
Sierra Leone Parliament Kicks Off Mid-Term Planning Retreat to Enhance Service Delivery
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The Parliament of Sierra Leone has commenced a four-day Mid-Term Planning and Operations Retreat at Companero Hotel, Bureau Beach, with the support of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA). The strategic retreat...
NDMA Partners with Indian High Commissioner to Strengthen Sierra Leone’s Early Warning System
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) of Sierra Leone has initiated a crucial partnership with the Indian High Commissioner, H.E. B. C. Pradhan, to develop a comprehensive Early Warning System (EWS) aimed at improving disaster risk...
U.S. Embassy in Freetown Celebrates 249th Independence Anniversary
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Freetown celebrated the 249th anniversary of the United States’ independence on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, with a reception that reflects the enduring values of American democracy and the importance of partnerships with Sierra...
World Bank-Funded Program Hands Over 65 Motorbikes to Boost Agricultural and Disaster Response Services
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The World Bank-funded Food System Resilience Program (FSRP) has provided 65 motorbikes to the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and three key national agencies to strengthen their operational efficiency across the country. At a symbolic...
Government Clarifies Financial Commitment as Sierra Leone Chairs ECOWAS
Sierraloaded
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July 2, 2025
Amid rising public concerns over the financial burden of Sierra Leone’s new leadership role within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Foreign Affairs Minister Timothy Kabba has offered key clarifications to reassure citizens....
MAFS Trains 174 Youth in Mechanized Farming and Awards Grants to 30 New Businesses
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) has successfully trained 174 young agripreneurs in a comprehensive 90-day program focused on agricultural mechanization services, and awarded Nle2 Million grants to emerging youth-led...
Sierra Leone’s Economy Projected to Grow by 4.4% in 2025 and 4.8% in 2026
Sierraloaded
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July 2, 2025
Sierra Leone is projected to experience significant economic growth of 4.4% in 2025 and 4.8% in 2026, primarily fueled by the services, mining, and agriculture sectors. This optimistic outlook comes from the Country Focus Report (CFR) 2025, which...
RMU Holds 19th Congregation in Accra Under Leadership of Sierra Leone’s Transport Minister Fanday Turay
Sierraloaded
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July 2, 2025
The 19th Congregation of the Regional Maritime University (RMU) was held with pomp and purpose at the university’s Parade Grounds in Accra, Ghana, under the leadership of Rtd. Col. Ambassador Alhaji Fanday Turay Esq., the Chair of the RMU Board of...
From Curiosity to Commitment: What Joanne Dewar Learned Running the Sierra Leone Marathon with Street Child
The Fintech Times
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July 2, 2025
She’s spent years at the heart of the fintech world, building, scaling and championing inclusion. But it was a sweltering marathon in Sierra Leone that shifted something for Joanne Dewar. What began as a personal challenge became an eye-opening...
Government of Sierra Leone Receives 20,600 Bags of Rice from China for School Feeding Program
Sierraloaded
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July 2, 2025
The Government of Sierra Leone has received a donation of 1,030 metric tons of rice from the People’s Republic of China as a continuous support to the country’s educational initiatives. Sierra Leone Government has consecutively received donations...
10 Presidential Nominees Approved by Parliament of Sierra Leone
Sierraloaded
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July 2, 2025
The Parliament of Sierra Leone has on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, approved ten presidential nominees following the Thirteenth Report of the Committee on Appointments and Public Service, chaired by Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma, the Leader of Government...
Sierra Leone, Chinese Firm Sign $300M Deal to Develop Tonkolili North Iron Ore Deposit
Sierraloaded
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July 1, 2025
Sierra Leone has signed a new agreement with a Chinese company to develop the Tonkolili North Iron Ore Deposit and the supporting infrastructure. The Mineral Wealth Fund (Sierra Leone) Limited and China Overseas Engineering Group Company Limited...