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First Lady Fatima Bio Arrives in the U.S. Ahead of Global Leadership Events
Sierraloaded
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July 4, 2025
First Lady of Sierra Leone, Madam Fatima Maada Bio, has safely arrived in the United States to a heartfelt and enthusiastic reception from members of the Sierra Leonean community, ahead of two significant international engagements. Writing shortly...
West Africa must break trade barriers to unlock $500bn regional potential – says WTO chief Okonjo-Iweala
Sierra Leone Telegraph
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June 23, 2025
Nosakhale Akhimien (Channels TV): Sierra Leone Telegraph: 23 June 2025: The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has urged West African leaders to dismantle trade barriers, reduce costs, and think regionally...
Driver and Passenger Killed in Tragic Accident on Taiama–Moyamba Junction Highway
Sierraloaded
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July 9, 2025
A tragic accident occurred this morning at around 11:00 AM along the Taiama–Moyamba Junction highway, resulting in the deaths of two individuals traveling in a white Nissan vehicle. According to eyewitness reports, the vehicle carrying a driver...
Sites vie for UNESCO world heritage list spot
eNCA
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BRUSSELS - The United Nation's cultural organisation announces its choice of sites for inclusion in its world heritage list this week, with pre-historic caves, former centres of repression, forests, marine bio-systems and others vying for the...
Catalogue for 104th Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Sale, Featuring 222 Selected Yearlings, Now Available
Thoroughbred Daily News - New Jersey
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July 9, 2025
Fasig-Tipton has catalogued 222 selected yearlings for the 104th Saratoga Sale, to be held on Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 4 and 5, in Saratoga Springs, New York, it was announced Wednesday morning. Sessions will begin each evening at 6:30 pm in the...
Dozens of sites vie for UNESCO world heritage list spot
RTL Today
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The United Nation's cultural organisation announces its choice of sites for inclusion in its world heritage list this week, with pre-historic caves, former centres of repression, forests, marine bio-systems and others vying for the coveted spots....
Government Hands Over Two Modern School Buildings to Pujehun District Communities
Sierraloaded
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July 4, 2025
In a major stride towards improving access to quality education, the Government of Sierra Leone, through the Free Education Project Secretariat under the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE), has officially handed over two...
Girl Scout advocates for literacy and global equity
The News Herald - Michigan
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July 9, 2025
For Sonja Dunlap, libraries are more than just buildings filled with books; they’re gateways to equity, empowerment, and education. This belief propelled the recent Carlson High School graduate and 2025 Gold Award Girl Scout Woman of Distinction...
Veronic Aisha Malack: The Gambian Trailblazer Redefining Women’s Football
The Fatu Network
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July 9, 2025
- Advertisement - By: Muhammed Lamin Drammeh In the sun-drenched streets of Abuko, The Gambia, a young Veronic Aisha Malack chased a football with a defiance that would define her life. Surrounded by brothers and sisters, she kicked up dust on...
Marriott International announces to add more than 50 properties and over 9,000 rooms to its Africa portfolio by end of 2027
Sierra Leone Telegraph
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June 19, 2025
Sierra Leone Telegraph: 19 June 2025: From the Future Hospitality Summit Africa in Cape Town, South Africa, Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) yesterday announced plans to expand its operations in Africa with the anticipated addition of...
Tanzania’s President Suluhu Hassan names 112-kilometer iconic highway after outgoing President of AfD Bank – Adesina
Sierra Leone Telegraph
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June 19, 2025
Sierra Leone Telegraph: 19 June 2025: The Government of Tanzania, last week honoured the outgoing President of the African Development Bank Group Dr Akinwumi Adesina describing him as “a visionary leader, a tireless son of Africa who has dedicated...
I visited all 54 countries in Africa my least favourite is so dusty you can't even breathe
Daily Express
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July 6, 2025
A travel vlogger who has had the pleasure of visiting all 197 countries, including all 54 of those in Africa, has ranked his favourite places on the continent – including his least favourite. Drew Binsky, a YouTube star, has documented every step...
The 20 most lovable people on British television
The Guardian
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July 8, 2025
There’s a lot to be said for lovability on TV. Whether it’s charming presenters or experts who entertain as they educate, we decided it was high time to salute the people who make our every day viewing a pleasure. Consider it a “soft power list”...
‘A sheer delight to watch’: the 20 most lovable people on British television
The Guardian
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July 8, 2025
There’s a lot to be said for lovability on TV. Whether it’s charming presenters or experts who entertain as they educate, we decided it was high time to salute the people who make our every day viewing a pleasure. Consider it a “soft power list”...
Nigerian Has 3rd Highest Air Ticket Taxes, Charges In Africa – Report
Leadership
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July 8, 2025
Passengers departing from Nigeria pay a whooping $180 each for international and regional departures, report has shown. These findings which were detailed in the 2024 Taxes and Charges Study Review by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA),...
President Bio Cautions SLPP Against Sentiment in 2028 Flagbearer Race
Sierraloaded
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July 2, 2025
President Julius Maada Bio has issued a strong call for unity and strategic thinking within the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), cautioning against the use of emotions or sentiments in the selection of the party’s next presidential flagbearer...
Peter Mbah Launches Enugu Air But Is It Really Enugu’s Airline or XEJet’s?
The News Chronicle
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July 8, 2025
On Monday, July 8, 2025, the Enugu State Government formally launched Enugu Air, the first state-owned commercial airline in the South East region of Nigeria. The inauguration took place at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, and was...
'Disrespectful' gangster savagely beaten with golf clubs days after sickening video outside Irish bar in Spain
Dublin Live
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July 7, 2025
A gangster and social influencer was attacked just days after posting a controversial video at the crime scene where two Scottish gang leaders were slain. Online personality Sam Walker – who has become an internet sensation sharing insights into...
From Damascus to Gaza… Arab heritage caught between the flames of war and a silent world
Tunisie Numerique
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July 8, 2025
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp The 47th extended session of UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee officially opened this Monday in Paris. On the agenda: reviewing the nominations of nearly 30 new natural, cultural, and mixed sites submitted by...
RCBank Delegation Departs for Liberia to Explore New Banking Opportunities
Sierraloaded
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July 2, 2025
A high-powered delegation from Rokel Commercial Bank (RCBank), led by Managing Director Dr. Walton Ekundayo Gilpin, departed Sierra Leone on Tuesday, 1st July 2025, for a pivotal mission in the Republic of Liberia. The team aims to research and...