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Sierra Leone Aquatics Set to Host 2nd National Open Water Swimming Championships
Sierraloaded
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June 19, 2025
Sierra Leone Aquatics is set to host the 2nd Edition of the National Open Water Swimming Championships on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the National Tourist Board View, Lumley Beach. The event, themed “Physical, Mental & Ocean Health Awareness,”...
The Hollow Crown: President Bio’s ECOWAS Chairmanship Amidst Sierra Leone’s Collapse
Cocorioko
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June 24, 2025
*The Hollow Crown: President Bio’s ECOWAS Chairmanship Amidst Sierra Leone’s Collapse* By: Mohamed Pope Kamara Deputy National Publicity Secretary (APC) Freetown, 22-Jun-2025 Sierra Leoneans’ obligatory congratulations for President Julius Maada...
Mpox in Sierra Leone: what’s behind the recent surge and why...
Modern Ghana
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As of 17 June 2025, there have been over 4,000 confirmed cases of mpox and 25 deaths in Sierra Leone, raising the possibility that the virus will spread to neighbouring countries and spark a larger outbreak throughout the densely populated region...
Caritas Freetown and NDLEA Partner to Combat Drug Crisis in Sierra Leone
Sierraloaded
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June 23, 2025
In a bold response to Sierra Leone’s escalating drug crisis, Caritas Freetown has partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to intensify efforts against substance abuse, particularly the growing threat of Kush. The strategic...
Sierra Leone Records 53 New Mpox Cases, 74 Recoveries And 25 Deaths
Sierraloaded
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June 18, 2025
Sierra Leone recorded 53 new cases of Mpox as of Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM, according to the latest update from the Government of Sierra Leone. The country also reported a significant number of recoveries, with 74 new individuals...
Mpox in Sierra Leone: what’s behind the recent surge and why west Africa is at risk
The Conversation
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June 23, 2025
As of 17 June 2025, there have been over 4,000 confirmed cases of mpox and 25 deaths in Sierra Leone, raising the possibility that the virus will spread to neighbouring countries and spark a larger outbreak throughout the densely populated region...
Sierra Leone and Morocco Strengthen Ties in Promoting Child Rights
Sierraloaded
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June 17, 2025
The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs (MoGCA) in Sierra Leone hosted a high-level meeting on Monday, 9th June, 2025 at the Plan International conference hall, bringing together government officials, a Moroccan delegation, and child rights...
Daniella Boima Garrick to Represent Sierra Leone at Mr & Miss Albinism Africa 2025
Sierraloaded
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June 22, 2025
Daniella Boima Garrick, a 21-year-old fashion model and advocate from Freetown, Sierra Leone, will represent her country at the first-ever Mr & Miss Albinism Africa 2025 pageant, which will be held in Zimbabwe. The pageant is scheduled for June...
'They are not bad words' - GP who shot to Instagram fame continues fight to 'break stigma' around reproductive health with Birmingham event
Express & Star
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July 3, 2025
The event, organised by Talks with Sesay and Glacie Health, promises interactive challenges that blend physical play with powerful education, from “sprinting through the cervix” to dodging common myths and untangling medical misinformation....
'They are not bad words' - GP who shot to TikTok fame continues fight to 'break stigma' around reproductive health with Birmingham event
Express & Star
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July 3, 2025
The event promises interactive challenges that blend physical play with powerful education, from “sprinting through the cervix” to dodging common myths and untangling medical misinformation. Organisers say participants will leave “informed,...
Sierra Leone Launches New Reports to Guide Economic Growth and Climate Action
Sierraloaded
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June 16, 2025
Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, Vice President of Sierra Leone, has officially launched two reports prepared by the World Bank: the Sierra Leone Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) and the Sierra Leone Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR). The...
House Health Committee Engages Public Health Initiative Liberia On Tax Exemption for Menstrual Products
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
The House of Representatives, through its Committee on Health, on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 held a crucial engagement with Public Health Initiative Liberia (PHIL) in partnership with WaterAid Liberia -HerWASH Project to discuss the urgent need for...
10 Nigerian health workers head to Caribbean as FG seals Saint Lucia deal
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 2, 2025
Nurses to Jamaica, doctors to Grenada July 9 Four Nigerian nurses are set to depart for Jamaica this week as part of a renewed push by the Federal Government to export skilled manpower across Africa and the Caribbean under the revitalised...
TRANSCO CLSG to Conduct Helicopter Survey of 225kV Transmission Line in Sierra Leone
Sierraloaded
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June 20, 2025
The Regional Transmission Company of Côte d’Ivoire-Liberia-Sierra Leone-Guinea (TRANSCO CLSG) has announced an aerial survey of the CLSG transmission line corridor within Sierra Leone from June 19 to June 25, 2025. This operation has received...
Two new World Bank reports offer roadmap for Sierra Leone’s sustainable growth
Sierra Leone Telegraph
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June 19, 2025
Sierra Leone Telegraph: 19 June 2025: The World Bank early this week launched the Sierra Leone Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) and the Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), two core analytical reports that provide essential insights...
Bridging cultures and opportunities: CRSG's Open Day showcases commitment to youth development in Sierra Leone
People's Daily Online
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(Photo courtesy of China Railway Seventh Group) China Railway Seventh Group (CRSG) SL Co., Ltd. hosted an Enterprise Open Day themed "Boundless Culture, Shared Youth" at its Mongbegba office in Sierra Leone on June 17. The event marked a...
Democratic Republic of Congo Supports Sierra Leone with 75,000 Mpox Vaccines
Sierraloaded
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June 19, 2025
The Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, has received a donation of 75,000 mpox vaccines from the Democratic Republic of Congo. This gesture of solidarity marks a significant effort in the fight against the...
2 staff members evaluated after accidental chemical exposure at Freetown camp
WLNE - Rhode Island
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July 1, 2025
The Freetown Fire Department said two camp staff members were taken to the hospital for evaluation after an accidental chemical exposure at a camp on Tuesday. (courtesy: Freetown Fire Department)FREETOWN, Mass. (WLNE) — The Freetown Fire...
Community based mentoring in Sierra Leone for pregnant adolescents and their babies doubles survival rates
EurekAlert!
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An innovative community-based mentoring scheme for pregnant adolescent girls in Sierra Leone has been found to save lives, whilst also helping girls return to education. The pilot trial, published in The Lancet and led by researchers at King’s...
Is Sierra Leone the escape plan for Black Americans?
Amsterdam News - New York
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June 19, 2025
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