Public Transport Transformation in the Western Rural and Western Urban Area. Listen to these audio to understand the future of public transport route planning.

Courtesy: Victor Ako Mengot; Transportation & Institutional Development Consultant

The United States Embassy, Sierra Leone, in a Press Release on May 8, 2024, DFC, Sierra Leone Promote Access to Reliable Energy with up to $412 Million in Additional Financing and Political Risk Insurance.

UPDATE: September 27, 2024: The United States Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Sierra Leone signed a $480 million compact agreement to strengthen Sierra Leone’s energy sector.

With a youthful population poised to drive economic innovation, Africa stands at a pivotal moment of transformation. In a world where connectivity is key, Africa seeks to leverage its uniqueness for growth and development. Recognizing the need for collaboration across sectors, the Retreat calls for unified efforts to harness Africa's strengths and resources. By fostering dialogue and action, the event aims to pave the way for a prosperous and sustainable future.

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The recently collapsed structures at Kissy Shell as well as past incidents, require urgent attention. This is a multiple occupancy building, and there is a standard process for approving such structures in most countries around the world.

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A war orphan from Sierra Leone, Michaela Mabinty DePrince dies aged 29. DePrince moved to the US and ended up performing with Beyonce`. Her life was one defined by grace, purpose, and strength. Her unwavering commitment to her art, her humanitarian efforts, and her courage in overcoming unimaginable challenges will forever inspire us. She stood as a beacon of hope for many, showing that no matter the obstacles, beauty, and greatness can rise from the darkest of places. DePrince started her life at an orphanage in Sierra Leone. After being adopted by a New Jersey family, she began to take dance classes and went on to the prestigious Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School.

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Kamala Harris, the daughter of Jamaican and Indian immigrants, two genius parents, one a Stanford economist, the other a brilliant Berkeley scientist, both active in the 1960s civil rights movement of their beloved adopted country, America, and proud to have their children be among the first to integrate a public school in California — that Kamala Harris was now, in 2024, accepting the all-but-certain nomination to be the Democratic Party candidate for President of the United States.

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His silence speaks volumes about the lengths politicians go to for political gain and the prevalence of deception in our political system. These senior officials, Lara Taylor-Pearce(Mrs.); Former Auditor General, Sierra Leone, and Tamba Momoh; Former Deputy Auditor General, Sierra Leone, must have statutory independence.

'Sadly, Salone is so out of place that you don't know where to start giving them credit for as much as you would like' ~ YAME.

By Basita Michael (Lawyer, Former ICL Lecturer FBC, Founder Sierraeye Magazine and Sierraeye Debate, Former President SLBA, Governing officer ILRAJ)

The theme of the book! Animal Farm is about humans and the politics of society. How those in power—Napoleon and his fellow pigs—pervert the democratic process. An embedded narrative, in which the characters become the story. George Orwell uses a barnyard setting to explore themes of class and power _and how power has swallowed politicians’ common sense.

By Theo Edwards

Trump falls into Harris’s traps as he lies about abortion and ‘eating pets.’ Donald Trump appeared to fall apart in his first head-to-head debate with Kamala Harris in Philadelphia on Tuesday evening, providing rambling answers on illegal immigration, abortion, and the economy and taking the bait whenever his opponent goaded him.

Harris at the debate: "I am not Joe Biden, and I am certainly not Donald Trump"

Andrew Romano · Reporter | yahoo!news | Wed, September 11, 2024 at 12:40 AM EDT

Anybody who does not understand the majority of white Americans' unflinching support for Donald Trump should listen and watch the video.

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Kamala Harris delivers a show-stopping rally in front of a roaring crowd in Pennsylvania with her new running mate Tim Walz — and shares a moving anecdote.

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“You can tell that (the designers) didn’t have an appearance in mind,” postal worker Avis Stonum said. The Postal Service’s new delivery vehicles aren’t going to win a beauty contest.

NEW YORK POST  |  Associated Press | September 12, 2024; at 1:44 AM

Known as ‘La Doctora,’ Claudia Sheinbaum, a physicist with a doctorate in energy engineering and a former Mayor of Mexico City, became the first female president in the history of Mexico after Sunday’s presidential election. Sheinbaum was declared the winner and obtained around 60.7 percent of the vote.

Caribbean neighbor and the world’s most recent republican state, Barbados, has presented a High Commissioner to Belize, David Commissiong.

By Aaron Humes

The Covid-19 pandemic is shedding light on the vulnerability of health systems, including in rich countries, that many thought were best prepared to face epidemics. The situation remains fluid as data and statistics on cases and mortality due to Covid-19 move rapidly.

By Theo Edwards

Huawei Mate XT: The New Revolution in The Mobile World. Chinese citizens have taken to social media to express pride in how Huawei has developed the Mate XT tri-foldable smartphone and, second, in claiming it can challenge Apple even with the current US sanctions. However, the cost of the device has been criticized for being too expensive at $2,800, which even real Huawei enthusiasts are complaining about.

By Jose Enrico | Published Sep 11, 2024 11:02AM EDT

A retired doctor has revealed the process of exactly what happens to our bodies before we die. Dr Kathryn Mannix, who worked in palliative care for 30 years, broke down our final moments on BBC Women’s Hour. She discussed her new short animation Dying for Beginners, which aims to tackle the fear people have surrounding the end of their lives.

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The tech giant is expected to introduce the newest iterations of its foldable lineup, the Z Flip6 and the Z Fold6. Both Z Fold and Z Flip will utilize Samsung’s Galaxy AI model.

If you think education is expensive, then try ignorance.

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If you’ve been told you have fibroids, you’re not alone. It’s a common condition for all women — with 8 out of 10 developing fibroids by the age of 50. But Black women are three times more likely than white women to get uterine fibroids.

Written by Bernadette Anderson, MD, MPH | Reviewed by Karla Robinson, MD for GoodRx Health

A commonly overlooked aspect of estate planning is what happens to a bank account when someone dies. How the account is handled depends on whether a beneficiary has been named and the account type.

Groups like the Krio Descendants Union foster an unflappable sense of optimism that fuels hope for better days ahead.

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Idris Elba arrived in Sierra Leone on Wednesday, December 18, 2019, for the first time where he is due to receive Sierra Leone citizenship and celebrate Christmas with the President, Julius Maada Bio, according to government sources.  Elba planned to visit Sherbro Island renowned for its pristine tropical beaches. The country hopes to revitalize its tourism industry. And, with Mr. Idris Elba as the country's Brand Ambassador, he brings with it new life and vitality.

By Theo Edwards

In 2019, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a unanimous resolution condemning FGM/C as a human rights violation. The resolution condemning FGM/C was co-sponsored by 28 members of Congress and calls for “coordinated efforts to eliminate the harmful practice.”

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What are the causes and consequences of Female Genital Mutilation or Cutting, or FGM/C.?

Growing up in West Africa, it did not seem to be of importance to me when young girls mostly in their teens with distinguished colorings on their faces and other parts of their bodies were paraded bare-breasted if there were any to be bared, in the streets of my village.

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Diddy, Weinstein, and the like: The entertainment industry is being criticized for promoting a fantastical delusion. Diddy and The American Dream are seen as symbols of the patriarchal American Dream, which is believed to be based on lies. According to Shahid Bolsen, the creator of the Middle Nation Channel, everything that is said to be necessary to achieve the American dream is a lie, and this in itself is considered corruption.

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I'm sure you've heard about the Nigerian/Ghanaian jollof battle. Well, we let the amateurs make all the noise. However, they know where to get the best Jollof.

By Theo Edwards

The coronavirus pandemic has turned the world's arts calendar upside down, as artists and organizers around the world are either postponing or canceling festivals, concerts, tours, theatre shows, movie premieres, and film and television productions, some in the middle of shooting.

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Jamaicans have transformed a history of pain into delicious food, but what if you are allergic to your national dish?

On December 2nd, 2024, Air Sierra Leone is set to commence operations with a 6-hour flight from Freetown (FNA) to London Gatwick (LGW). The Sierra Leone Transport and Aviation Minister has announced the launch of a new private airline as a private venture aimed at offering travel options for passengers.

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Effective Thursday 5th September 2019, the West African country, Sierra Leone, has through its Immigration Department and Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs introduced a new "Visa On Arrivals Policy" which now allows visitors from different countries to travel to Sierra Leone where they can get their respective Visas on arrival at a minimum cost of US $28 for African countries and US $80 for other countries in the world. Sierra Leone Becomes "Visa On Arrival" Country.

By Sylvester Samba

UPDATE: To apply for a "Visa upon Arrival," complete the eVisa online application  before departure. Read the updated article for more information.

The recent video posted by one user (@italiankate) has made headlines, receiving over 8.1 million views. This popularity has been due to viewers’ concerns regarding a difficult traveler situation. The video documents the reactions of passengers on a flight from Puerto Rico to Miami. This flight was due to depart on Saturday, August 3 at around 5:30 p.m. Flight 2421 was supposed to be a breeze since the journey should have only been around two hours and 30 minutes.

Sarah Rand | Mon, August 12, 2024, at 3:11 PM EDT

You may no longer need to go to the post office to renew your passport. The State Department is running a trial for online passport renewals and plans to fully open the system for online renewals in the coming months.

Obama’s investment in the league will be used to support youth and leadership programming for the Obama Foundation across the continent, reports CNN

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