Sherbro Alliance and Idris Elba’s Dream City in Sierra Leone

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Sherbro Alliance and Idris Elba’s Dream City in Sierra Leone

The Guardian newspaper reported that actor Idris Elba is working with his childhood friend to develop Sherbro Island, roughly the size of the Isle of Man. The West African nation [Sierra Leone] government gave the island enough autonomy to allow the work to advance as 'Dream City in Sierra Leone.'

By Chernoh Alpha M. Bah | Africanist Press
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Idris Elba Arrived In His Father´s Native Sierra Leone For The First Time

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Idris Elba Arrived In His Father´s Native Sierra Leone For The First Time

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

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