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In Sierra Leone, After Fruitless House-Hunting for Non-Existent Afsatu House... : ACC ‘Intimidates’ Fisheries Permanent Secretary
The Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Fisheries & Marine Resources, Mr. Paul Sandy has informed Awareness Times that in the evening hours of yesterday March 10th 2010, he was put under "serious intimidation" by investigators of the country’s Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) which latter’s activities lately have smacked of a lack of integrity. Although ACC Boss, Abdul Tejan-Cole informed Public Radio that the ACC had no more witnesses in their investigation of Hon.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:34
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FiBank boss arrive in Sierra Leone
The Founder and Group Chairman of FiBank Group, His Excellency, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu landed at the Lungi International Airport, Sierra Leone, yesterday in a private jet, for a five-day working visit. He was received on arrival by a high-powered team, made up of FiBank Sierra Leone Directors led by its Chairman, Moses Agoh and Group Directors, Managing Directors of FiBank Sierra Leone- Chris Uchendu and International Insurance Company- Nduka Anyaso, respectively, as well as a the Vice Chairman of both companies, Chief Tony Chinyere.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:32
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Zain Africa Challenge Kicks Off With Makerere & University of Malawi
The Zain Africa Challenge (ZAC) quiz competition has commenced on the 6th March 2010 with the Makerere University and University of Malawi. The competition is taking place in Kampala, Uganda. Kenneth Bagonza, Lomech Mbangaye and Simon Peter Nyero of Makerere University locked horns with Warangura Kalua, Pirirani Masangala and Yami Kani Kunkhanola of University of Malawi.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:30
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In Sierra Leone, Standard Chartered Takes HIV Education to Ahmadiyyah School
Morie Fofana, Lead HIV Champion Standard Chartered Bank Sierra Leone said to over 3000 students of the Ahmadiyyah Muslim Secondary School, “Too many people are still reluctant about getting tested for HIV. We believe that everyone should know their status. In the absence of a cure or vaccine and the only hope of tackling HIV is to educate people on how to avoid contracting the virus in the first place – or passing it on if they are HIV positive.”
Mar 11, 2010, 17:28
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In Sierra Leone, Police Chase Protesters at Presidential Lodge
A truck load of armed policemen was called in to disperse a large crowd of protesters who stormed and besieged the Presidential Lodge on Tuesday 9th March 2010. The protesters, made up of residents of Hill Station in Freetown, staged the peaceful protest to register their frustration to President Ernest Bai Koroma over an alleged seizure of the community field in the area by one Abu Bangura. The residents said the field in question is the only field in the community that they have been using for sporting activities, holding of community meetings and election voting among other activities.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:26
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In Sierra Leone, Civil Society Frowns at Political Violence & SGBV
Scores of civil society organizations in Sierra Leone have expressed grave concern over the occurrences of political violence and sexual & gender based violence (SGBV) in the country. The concerns were registered during the recently concluded “Twelfth Semi-Annual Peace and Development Forum of Peace Building Civil Society Organization” meeting held in the Kambia District, northern Sierra Leone.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:24
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In Sierra Leone, President Koroma to Launch London Mining Project Today
President Ernest Bai Koroma is expected to officially launch the London Mining Iron Ore Project in Marampa, today Thursday 11th March 2010.This was relayed to journalists on Wednesday 10th March 2010 in a press briefing held at the Miatta Conference Hall in Freetown. London Mining’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Graeme Hossie told journalists that the London Mining Company is presently building a world class iron ore mining operation at Marampa.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:22
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In Sierra Leone, Mr. Dauda Kallon & the Anti-Corruption Saga: When a Section of Local Media Chooses to be Deceptive
The importance of the role of the Press in investigating, compiling and disseminating information cannot be over-emphasized. Media practitioners are tasked with the responsibility of informing the people on public interest issues with all fairness. In cases where media practitioners choose the wrong path of being deceptive rather than being objective, it spells doom for society and posterity will be very unkind to such practitioners.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:20
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
* Le30 Billion to Start Banking Operation in Salone * Comium Sponsors Free Breast Check for Women *Afsatu Kabba is an APC Asset *SLPP, PMDC, APC Lock Horns Again *City Council Vehicle Impounded *Ecobank Takes Over Procredit.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:18
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In Sierra Leone, Marine Resources ABJ 544 Jeep: Perm. Sec Debunks Local Tabloid
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Mr. Paul Sandy has yesterday March 10th 2010, debunked a local tabloid’s allegations that Minister Afsatu Kabba misused a Government vehicle numbered ABJ 544. Sandy, who was just returning from the Anti Corruption Commission where he claimed he was dragged last evening by ACC investigators, told Awareness Times that "virtually everything written in that newspaper concerning that vehicle is untrue".
Mar 11, 2010, 17:16
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
Lamin Vonjoh Ngobeh to Appeal
Reports reaching this paper indicate that Mr. Lamin Vonjoh Ngobeh will appeal to the Supreme Court against the ruling of the Appeal Court on Friday, March 5 this year in which Hon. Justice S. A. Ademusu and Hon. Justice N.C. Browne-Marke ruled for Hon. Paramount Chief Mohamed Kailondo Banya of Luawa Chiefdom in the Kailahun District to retain his staff of office, while Hon. Justice Patrick O. Hamilton maintained that he will order for a Caretaker or Regent Chief to be appointed to oversee the affairs of the Chiefdom until proper elections are held.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:14
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Over alleged SLPP brutality on Journalists… : Eric B. Jumu says:‘I was not at the scene’
The Honourable Member of Parliament representing Constituency 74 (Bo Central Constituency), Hon. Eric Bobo Jumu over the weekend told The Examiner in a telephone interview that he was not at the scene where it was alleged that a cross section of Journalists who went to cover the opposition Sierra Leone People’s Party SLPP mini convention in Bo, Southern Province a week ago, were beaten. He said he arrived a bit late at when he already met Mr. John Oponjo Benjamin, the party Chairman at the height of presenting a motion and only learnt about the incident through a local Journalist working for the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Services radio in Bo.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:12
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
Culled from The Examiner Newspaper : Fullah Tribal Headman Western Area
The Hon. Justice Alhaji Dr. Abdulai Bapatheh Timbo was born to Alhaji Alimamy Wuroh Timbo and Haja Neneh Timbo on the 5th November 1938 in Rokulan, in the Bombali District. He got his primary education at the then Native Administration School, Mateboi and his secondary education at the Magburaka Boys Secondary School and the Bo Government Secondary School. He left Bo School in 1955, assisted his father for a while in his business, and later left for London where he took his Ordinary and Advanced Level Examinations.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:10
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Mar 11, 2010, 17:08
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BANK OF SIERRA LEONE 1-YEAR TREASURY BONDS ANNOUNCEMENT
APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE LODGED THROUGH ANY COMMERCIAL BANK OR DISCOUNT HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY FOR A MINIMUM AMOUNT OF LE50,000. BIDS CAN BE SUBMITTED FOR HIGHER AMOUNTS IN MULTIPLES OF LE50,000. PARTICIPATION IN THE TREASURY BONDS AUCTION IS EXTENDED TO THE NON-BANK PUBLIC ONLY.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:06
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
GOVERNMENT OF SIERRA LEONE MINISTRY OF FISHERIES AND MARINE RESOURCES
The Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, has received a loan from the African Development Bank (ADB) to finance the Artisanal Fisheries Development Project (AFDEP). It intends to apply part of the proceeds of this loan to eligible payments under the contract for consulting to undertake audit service and express an independent professional opinion on the financial statement of the AFDEP Project for the Financial Year 2009.
Mar 11, 2010, 17:04
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READVERTISED VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT no. 10/03/009
Under the overall supervision of the Country Director and under the direct supervision of the Head of Logistics (in future under the direct supervision of an International Logistics Officer - Shipping), the Senior Logistics Assistant (Shipping) will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
Mar 11, 2010, 17:02
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The Professional Engineers Registration Council Public Notice
The Professional Engineers Act 1990 (Section 21(1) and Section 22(1)) makes provision for the registration of Professional Engineers and the regulation of Engineering in Sierra Leone. A Professional Engineers Registration Council of which the Sierra Leone Institution of Engineers provides the bulk of the membership, established by this Act is responsible for the registration and practice of Engineering in Sierra Leone and has the following core functions:
Mar 11, 2010, 17:00
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SLPP Enters Into Heart of Bombali... : As Bombali Parliamentary Bye Election Draws Near
The main opposition Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) has received thunderous welcomes from residents of Rokula, Sanda Tendaren, Sanda Magbolonto and Gbanti Kamaranka Chiefdoms in the Bombali District, ahead of the March 20 parliamentary bye election that will be conducted to replace All People’s Congress (APC) Eddie Turay. Residents in the heart of the Bombali District came out in their numbers to welcome the SLPP entourage that stormed the area on March 8 and 9 to present their candidate, Lama Bangura, to the people of Constituency 33, Bombali District.
Mar 10, 2010, 17:16
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Tejan Cole Breaks ACC’s Silence on Hon. Afsatu O. E. Kabba but...
What was widely condemned as sheer arrogance from the Anti Corruption Commissioner Abdul Tejan-Cole in his refusal to provide clarity on the controversial ACC investigation of Minister Haja Afsatu Kabba ended yesterday, March 9th 2010, when he broke his silence on the matter. Commissioner Tejan-Cole spoke on Radio FM98.1 yesterday morning in which he handled varied issues emerging out of the controversy.
Mar 10, 2010, 17:14
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Sierra Leone Association of Journalists Wants Presidential Intervention against APC Minister Moijue Kaikai
Mr. Umaru Fofana, President of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists and Mr. Ransford Wright, the Coordinator, Independent Radio Network have jointly signed a letter to President Koroma in which they craved his indulgence to protect the well-being of Mr. Melvin Rogers, one of the leading journalists in Sierra Leone but who is alleged to have been threatened with death by Mr. Moijue Kaikai, Deputy Minister of Labour. Kaikai is also reported to have caused psychological trauma to the mother of Melvin Rogers through telephone calls he puts to her.
Mar 10, 2010, 17:12
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In Sierra Leone, Ombudsman Concludes 127 Cases in 2009
Sierra Leone’s Ombudsman, Hon. Edmund Cowan, has disclosed that the Office of the Ombudsman concluded 127 cases in 2009. This disclosure was made in a press briefing summoned on Tuesday 9th March 2010 at Santanno House in Freetown, to update journalists on developments in the Office of the Ombudsman.
Mar 10, 2010, 17:10
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In Sierra Leone, Marampa Mines Gets New Ownership
The ownership of the Marampa Iron Ore Project (Marampa Project) located within exploration license EXPL 09/06, which was held in the name of Marampa Iron Ore (SL) Limited, has now been acquired by Cape Lambert Resources Ltd (Cape Lambert). The Country Manager of Cape Lambert Resources Limited, Chris Gbyl told the Awareness Times Newspaper on Tuesday 9th March 2010 that the acquisition of 100% of the Marampa Project was achieved through the purchase of the shares held by African Minerals Limited (AML) in Marampa Iron Ore Limited, the parent company of Marampa Iron Ore (SL) Limited with effect from 25th January 2010.
Mar 10, 2010, 17:08
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In Sierra Leone, United Nations Commends President Koroma
Chairman of the United Nations Peace Building Commission in Sierra Leone, Ambassador John Ncenee, has commended President Ernest Bai Koroma for his "commitment towards the development of Sierra Leone". He made this commendation yesterday Tuesday 9th March 2010 at State House in Freetown, during a meeting with the Level 5 Ambassadors of the United Nations Peace Building Commission, who arrived in Sierra Leone recently to assess the peace building programme in the country.
Mar 10, 2010, 17:06
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Mar 10, 2010, 17:04
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Vacant Positions At The African Peer Review Mechanism National Governing Council (Aprm-Ngc) Secretariat
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Sierra Leoneans to fill the under-mentioned vacant positions at the African Peer Review Mechanism National Governing Council Secretariat. The African Peer Review Mechanism National Governing Council (APRM-NGC) is the national body inaugurated in 2008 to provide leadership, guidance and direction to the Sierra Leone APRM implementation process. To ensure the successful, efficient and timely implementation of the APRM process, the APRM National Governing Council Secretariat was established to provide technical, administrative and logistical backstopping to the APRM National Governing Council (APRM-NGC).
Mar 10, 2010, 17:02
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NATIONAL POWER AUTHORITY
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY: Providing Legal Advice to the Management of National Power Authority and the Board bordering on all Legal related matters, interpretation of the Authority’s Act, Rules and Regulations, review of Project documents
Mar 10, 2010, 17:00
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Ministry Of Fisheries And Marine Resources Office Of The Director Of Fisheries Public Notice
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, in collaboration with Sierra Leone Navy, has made series of arrests of fishing vessels for violations of conservation measures under the 1994 Fisheries Management and Development Act. In addition to the fines imposed for these violations, section 73, subsections (1) and (2) made provision for the disposal of confiscated goods that are deemed perishable and these include fish and fish products.
Mar 10, 2010, 16:58
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Mar 10, 2010, 16:56
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Job Descriptions For Vacant Positions At Institutional Reform And Capacity Building (Ircbp) Project Resident Technical Facilitators
In 2004, the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL) enacted the Local Government Act (LGA) 2004 which brought about the introduction of decentralization in the same year. To ensure the successful implementation of the decentralization programme, the GoSL established the Decentralization Secretariat (DEC-SEC) in May 2004 as a Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Local Government and Rural Development (MIALG&RD).
Mar 10, 2010, 16:54
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REQUEST FOR THE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) comprises a group of 7 leading Civil Society organizations in Sierra Leone working to promote participation, transparency, and accountability and in the national budget process in Sierra Leone. The network intends to carry out a study on the operations of the District Budget Oversight Committees established under the Budget and accountability Act of 2004.
Mar 10, 2010, 16:52
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Mar 10, 2010, 16:50
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United Nations Development Programme Job Description
Within the context of Sierra Leone, the expected role and opportunities for UNDP in the economic development area remains high. The government relies heavily on external assistance, which accounts for nearly 70% of the national spending. There is a need to broaden the country’s resource base by investing in the growth sector, bringing on board non-traditional donors, and to improve the effectiveness of aid management.
Mar 10, 2010, 16:48
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'Bar Association Supports Women' - Says Bar Prexy Joseph F. Kamara
The Sierra Leone Bar Association congratulate Women, all around the World, particularly our mothers, sisters and children of Sierra Leone, as they celebrate yet another epoch of International Women’s Day. The year 2010 is a milestone for gender equality and women’s rights, as it marks the 15th anniversary of the Beijing Platform for Action as well as the 10th anniversary of the Millennium Declaration and Security Council resolution 1325, both instruments highlighted the plight of women and girls in conflict situations and the role played by women in prevention and resolution of conflicts, as well as peacekeeping, peace-building, reconciliation and reconstruction.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:22
EDITORIALS
Commending Mr. President!
President Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma is the current Head of State of Sierra Leone with supreme executive authority and a tremendous amount of constitutional powers. Thus, many people fear to tell him unpleasant truths about his leadership style... except a few like us, the team at Awareness Times who recently blasted Mr. President as “unkind” for failing to commend his lieutenants when they deserve it but not hesitating to publicly put them down, criticise them and subject them to mockery even when they are working so hard to please him.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:20
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As International Women's Day wraps Up...,Women Cry for 30% Quota in Sierra Leone
As the celebration of t International Women's Day wrapped up, women representing various women's groups and organizations in Sierra Leone yesterday Monday 8th Man 2010 held a peaceful demonstration to various ministries and along the major streets of Freetown demanding for the government of Sierra Leone to give them a 30% Quota in government and governance.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:18
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In Sierra Leone, Ecobank Boss Assures Pro-Credit Bank Staff
Following its taking over of Procredit Bank, the Managing Director for Ecobank Sierra Leone, Mr. Clement Dodoo has assured former staff of Procredi Bank that they have no intention of relieving off duty any of them, but hasten to assure them that they will be retained as Ecobank staff. He made the statement while addressing pressmen on Monday 8th March 2010 at the Bank Sierra Leone Complex, Kingtom in Freetown in a press briefing summoned to announcing the taking over of Procredit Bank by Ecobank.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:16
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
* SLPP Chairperson dies in Bo *Swaziland ACC Team visit Sierra Leone *Sierra Leonean homes looted in Liberian *Fambul Tok to hold more Meetings *Grammar School turns sod for new blocks *Parliament clerks received certificates *Fuel shortage hits Freetown *168 workers to be sacked.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:14
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In Sierra Leone, UNICEF Boosts Education Ministry
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has boosted the Ministry of Education Youths and Sports (MEYS) with a donation worth US$.336,000 (three hundred and thirty-six thousand United States Dollars). On Monday 8th March 2010, the UNICEF Country Representative in Sierra Leone Mahimbo Mdoe on behalf of UNICEF handed over five vehicles and eighteen motorbikes to the ministry at a ceremony held at the UNICEF Medical Store, New England Ville in Freetown.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:12
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Legal Access through Women Yearning for Equality Rights and Social Justice
L.A, W.Y.E.R.S note with grave concern the alleged raping of 12 year old girl in Kono on 3rd March 2010 by a 52 year old man. It is alleged that the rape of the said girl ultimately led to her death. We commend the Sierra Leone Police, the Family Support Unit and all concerned for their speedy action in investigating and charging this matter to court. L.A, W.Y.E.R.S also notes with concern that the incidence of rape and sexual violence in the country has risen dramatically since the end of the civil war. We consider this an issue of grave national concern.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:10
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Mar 9, 2010, 17:06
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Press Release Standard Chartered 2009 Operating Profit Climbs 13% To Us$5.15bn
Standard Chartered PLC has announced a seventh successive year of record income ($15.18 billion) and operating profit before tax ($5.15 billion) during 2009, demonstrating the underlying strength and momentum across our markets and businesses, despite he ongoing adverse global economic conditions. Our strong liquidity and capital position enabled us to continue building out market share across our footprint, generating positive business momentum as we enter 2010.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:04
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Children celebrate International Children’s Day of Broadcasting in Bombali and Port Loko
Makeni & Port Loko, 7th March 2010 –War Child developed children’s radio programs with the local children’s organizations ‘Kids Arise’, ‘Child Forum Network’, ‘Child Empowerment Forum Network’ and ‘Media Student Network’ to celebrate the International Children’s Day of Broadcasting. War Child helped these organizations to develop radio programs for the local radio stations in Bombali and Port Loko. During these programs the children interviewed the deputy mayor and other key stakeholders about the welfare of children in the districts.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:02
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Public Notice Request for Expression of Interest
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger. WFP pursues a vision of the world in which every child, woman and man has access at all times to the food needed for an active and healthy life. In order to achieve this objective WFP procures food items, non-food items and services for its beneficiaries.
Mar 9, 2010, 17:00
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Tejan Cole to face Sierra Leone's Parliamentary Committee on Transparency & Accountability
37 years old Dauda Kallon, a politician and youth activist in Western Area has intimated Awareness Times of his desire this morning to hand over a request to the Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Transparency & Accountability, Hon. Ibrahim Bundu in which Kallon will be calling on Bundu to require the Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) Boss, Abdul Tejan Cole to clear the air on numerous non-transparent and non-accountable issues by and at the ACC which have been puzzling citizens.
Mar 8, 2010, 16:16
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
How Much Can Afsatu Pay Dr. Sylvia Blyden?
I hear some of the detractors of one of Sierra Leone’s greatest women, Hon. Afsatu Kabba, are peddling nonsense that I must have been paid money to write and defend Hon. Afsatu Kabba. In response, I just want to ask this question: How Much Can Afsatu Kabba Pay Me to Get Me to Bond Myself in sum of Le500,000,000 for her? How much cash will cause me to risk the only house I own in this world and for which my mother toiled 16 years to build?
Mar 8, 2010, 16:02
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In Sierra Leone, 1000 People Benefit from Free Medical in Bonthe
At least one thousand people have benefited from free medical treatment in Bonthe Island as part of a one-week program undertaken by the Nigerian Graduate Fellowship (NCGF), Africa Vision Track House (AVTH) and Pro-Health International. The sixteen-man medical team arrived in the country on Sunday 28th February 2010.
Mar 8, 2010, 16:00
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In Sierra Leone, Presidential Affairs Minister Launches Polio Immunisation
Presidential and Public Affairs Minister, Joseph Koroma, on Saturday 6th March 2010, launched the first round of Polio Marklate at the Ross Road Health Center, Cline Town, Freetown. In his statement, Minister Joseph Koroma lauded the partnership of stakeholders in the fight against polio disease in the country. According to him, many children have paralyzed in the past years as a result of polio. He used the forum as an opportunity to appeal to community members, health officers, civil society organizations, and traditional authorities, to ensure that all children below the ages of five are vaccinated during the immunization period.
Mar 8, 2010, 15:58
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In Sierra Leone, COOPI Intensifies Campaign on Women & Children’s Rights
COOPI Sierra Leone, a human rights non governmental organization, on Friday 5th March 2010, officially launched a community based response to women and children’s rights violation at the Hill Valley Hotel in Freetown. The program focused on Kono District and Western Area. COOPI Country Director, Marco Serena, said his organization has a long history in Sierra Leone, spanning as far back as 1998. “We have severally intervened in cases of violations against women and children in Kono and Western Area,” he said.
Mar 8, 2010, 15:56
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In Sierra Leone, Over Le40M Donated To Haiti Disaster Victims
At least forty million Leones (Le40M) has now been donated by sympathisers in Sierra Leone, including business organisations, individuals as well as other important personalities to the Haiti Disaster Fund. This was disclosed to The Awareness Times by the Coordinator United for Humanity, Naasu Fofanah in Freetown.
Mar 8, 2010, 15:54
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*NATCOM Hosts Africa Rural Connectivity Confab *Guma Warns Against Pipe Cuttings *ACC to Pay for Failing to Produce Witness *National Deaf Team Returns Home *Health Ministry Shuts Down 18 Water Companies *ECOWATER to Offer New Services.
Mar 8, 2010, 15:52
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In Sierra Leone, 11 Scholarships for School Pupils
Sierra Leone Club of Columbus (SLCCO), based in Ohio, USA, has awarded eleven (11) scholarships to pupils drawn from different secondary schools in Sierra Leone. Giving an overview of the scholarship award during the ceremony held on Saturday 6th March 2010 at the Telem Center on Dundas Street in Freetown, a member of the club Mrs. Maggie Fyle cited that the Sierra Leone Club of Columbus Ohio is a non-profit organization incorporated in the States of Ohio in 1993. In 2008, she went on, the association established the SLCCO Scholarship Programme, providing educational grants to needy pupils in junior and senior secondary schools in Sierra Leone.
Mar 8, 2010, 15:50
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
If Gloria Newman-Smart Is Dead, Then… : By Jarrah Kawusu-Konte (First Published in The Exclusive Newspaper of 17th October 2005)
When I first met the late Mrs. Gloria Newman Smart, erstwhile Chief Immigration Officer at her office mid this year, I had the impression that she was actually a victim of circumstances. The discussion we had revealed her situation as an embattled woman who was in want of audience.
Mar 8, 2010, 15:49
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Mar 8, 2010, 15:46
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Bank of Sierra Leone Results of the Five Hundred & Eleventh Foreign Exchange Auction held by the BSL on 3rd March, 2010
The Bank of Sierra Leone also wishes to make the following announcements: The next foreign exchange auction will take place on Wednesday 10th March, 2010.
Mar 8, 2010, 15:45
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Letter to Abdul Tejan-Cole on alleged Conversation between Lilian & Melvin Lisk at Sierra Leone's State House
A Sierra Leone local politician and youth activist, Mr. Dauda Kallon has written an Open Letter to the country's Commissioner of the Anti Corruption Commission, Abdul Tejan-Cole to which he has attached a duly Sworn Affidavit. Please click above link to read the Letter and Affidavit. Meanwhile, Mrs. Lilian Lisk has declined to comment when Awareness Times contacted her on her private Africell phone line for her reaction to the Affidavit.
Mar 6, 2010, 17:47
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Sierra Leone's Female Lawyers Condemn Incident(s) of Rape
...In line with the recommendation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, L.A.W.Y.E.R.S urges government to campaign against the harmful customary practices which tends to perpetrate this despicable offence Rape victims and relatives of such, do not keep silent; speak out so the police can detain the rapists and thereby prevent such persons from ever harming another girl or woman again... CLICK ABOVE FOR FULL PRESS RELEASE
Mar 5, 2010, 19:02
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President Ernest Koroma Commends & Endorses Afsatu Kabba’s Policies in Sierra Leone
...This again was the position that had been taken by Minister Afsatu Kabba as that was the Law which, as a result of complicity & connivance, has been rarely enforced since it was enacted. As a result of the immovable position of Minister Afsatu Kabba, the Fish Companies had taken the Minister to Parliament. The Minister had stood her ground and instead told the Parliamentary Sub-Committee that since they [Parliament] had the power to change the Law, it was up to them to change it but she would not be relenting on that stance. All in all, the State House Meeting ensured that the whole world was made known what the position of the President was in the matter of the Reformation of the country's chaotic Fisheries Sector by his able and dynamic Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources. CLICK ABOVE LINK FOR MORE
Mar 5, 2010, 18:18
FEATURES
AGENDA 2012: REINVENTING AND MODERNISING THE SIERRA LEONE PEOPLES PARTY (SLPP)
In conclusion the 2010 SLPP Convention was a resounding success that witnessed the reinvention and continued modernisation of the party to meet the complex and varied challenges of our time and one that prepares it as a Government in waiting to successfully tackle the challenges of accountability, corruption and the global economic meltdown that has left the majority of our people impoverished with no solution in sight.
Mar 5, 2010, 18:17
PAID SUPPLEMENTS
In Sierra Leone, President Koroma Receives Signed Contract to Boost Freetown Roads Network
The Minister of Works and Infrastructure, Alimamy P. Koroma, has presented to President Ernest Bai Koroma, a signed contract between the Sierra Leone Roads Authority (SLRA) and the Senegalese Company, CSE, for the rehabilitation and construction of thirty (30) streets in Freetown.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:29
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In Sierra Leone, Parliament Approves Vivian Solomon as Appeals Court Judge
Sierra Leone’s newest Appeals Court Judge is Vivian Solomon following her unanimous approval by parliamentarians on Thursday 4th March 2010. Deputy Majority Leader of Parliament, Hon. Mohamed S. Kargbo, said Vivian Solomon was nominated by President Ernest Koroma.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:28
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In Memory of the late Mr. Abu Aiah Koroma of Sierra Leone
IN MEMORIAM OF The late Mr Abu Aiah Koroma
Mar 5, 2010, 17:27
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Sierra Leone's Agriculture Minister Faces Parliament
The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Food Security, Dr. Joseph Sam Sesay, has appeared before the House of Parliament to explain the export and exploitation of all rubber plantations in the Pujehun and Kenema districts by companies and land owner. Minister Sam Sesay told Parliamentarians on Thursday 4th March 2010 that there were a lot of controversies surrounding the five government owned rubber plantations in previous years.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:26
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Sierra Leone MPs on Community Development Projects
Members of Parliament (MPs) for Constituency 104 and 105, Hon. Nuru Deen Sankoh Yillah and Hon. Tunde Lewally have respectively launched community development campaigns in their respective constituencies in the Western Area Urban. This was recently revealed to this press in an interview with both Members of Parliament at their project sites in their respective constituencies in Freetown.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:24
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In Sierra Leone, Civil Society on Free Health Delivery Campaign
The Director Health For All Coalition-Sierra Leone, Mr. Charles Mambu, has said in Freetown that government and other stakeholders including donors and civil society organizations have put modalities in place to ensure free health care service delivery is given to pregnant women, lactating mothers and under-5 children beginning April 27th this year.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:22
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In Sierra Leone, As 12 Years Old Raped Girl Laid to Rest… : Kono Women Stage Big Demo
Throngs of women from across the country yesterday Thursday 4th March 2010 took to the streets of Kono in protest over the rise of rape incidences in the district and called on the judiciary to punish perpetrators. The protest march was staged following the burial of a twelve years old girl, who was allegedly raped to death, and the charging to court of the suspect. The protest was held in the form of marching through the major streets of Kono and the display of banners and placards condemning rape.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:20
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In Sierra Leone, Awareness Times Journalist Wins Comium Phone
Popular and dynamic journalist of The Awareness Times newspaper, Bampia James Bundu (Jnr), was among five other journalists who won Comium phones on Wednesday 3rd March 2010 at the Country Lodge, Hill Station in Freetown. Five mobile phones were put up for grabs for five journalists to win as part of Comium’s five year Anniversary Celebrations which is ongoing in the country.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:18
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London Mining Top Officials to Visit Sierra Leone
In a bid to express appreciation to the government and people of Sierra Leone for the advancement of London Mining Company’s operation in Sierra Leone and to reopen the DELCO MINES in Marampa, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr Graeme Hossie and other Senior Executives of London Mining Plc will be visiting Sierra Leone from the 9th- 14th March 2010. The CEO will be accompanied by the Chief Financial Officer Rachel Rhodes, a Member of the Board of Directors Sir Nicolas Bonsor, Former CEO and Co-Founder of London Mining Plc Chris Brown.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:16
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*FCC to Account for 50 Million *APC Hon. Lewally on Community Development *Moon Company to Employ 120 *Ghanaians Donate Medical Equipment to PCMH *Citizens Demand MACP for 2012 Elections.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:14
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In Sierra Leone, Koinadugu District to Hold Agriculture Show
Koinadugu District in the northern province of Sierra Leone will hold a three-day agricultural show from Friday, 12th March to Sunday, 14th March 2010 at the Kabala Mini Stadium aimed at showcasing her ability to considerably contribute to the country’s food security drive.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:12
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Some look for solutions, others create them
Some look for solutions, others create them
Mar 5, 2010, 17:10
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40th Day Ceremony For Issa Koroma
40th Day Ceremony For Issa Koroma
Mar 5, 2010, 17:08
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ProCredit Bank (Sierra Leone) Ltd Press Release
The shareholders of Ecobank (Sierra Leone) Ltd. and ProCredit Bank (Sierra Leone) Ltd. would like to announce that, through amicable discussions, it has been jointly decided that the ownership of ProCredit Bank will be transferred entirely to Ecobank in the near future. This will provide Ecobank (Sierra Leone) Ltd. the opportunity to expand business operations in the microfinance sector and thus strengthen the group of 30 affiliated banks throughout Africa owned by Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), a holding company based in Togo.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:06
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National Power Authority Vacancy Announcement
: Providing Legal Advice to the Management of National Power Authority and the Board bordering on all Legal related matters, interpretation of the Authority’s Act, Rules and Regulations, review of Project documents. Agreements, Conveyances etc.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:04
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United Nations Says Thank You to Sierra Leone Efforts to Fundraise for Haiti
On behalf of the United Nations Secretary – General and the United Nations family in Sierra Leone, I wish to express our sincere and profound gratitude to the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, the Foreign Minister, members of the Government, leaders of political parties, civil society organizations, non-governmental organizations, the Inter-religious Council, the artists, the private sector and the people of Sierra Leone as a whole for the spontaneous and compassionate response following the devastating earthquake in Haiti on 12 January 2010.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:02
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SABABU EDUCATION PROJECT
The Government of Sierra Leone has received a loan from the African Development Bank in various currencies to finance the cost of Basic and Non-Formal Education and Vocational Skills Training. It is intended that part of the proceeds of this loan will be applied to eligible payments under the contract for the supply of Furniture and Office Equipment for Vocational Skills Training Centres in Bo, Bombali, Kailahun, Kenema, Koinadugu, Kono, Moyamba and Tonkolili Districts.
Mar 5, 2010, 17:00
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In Sierra Leone, Afsatu Kabba is not building 2 Houses
Sources close to Hon. Haja Afsatu O.E. Kabba, the Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources of Sierra Leone have denounced the Tuesday edition of a local tabloid which had published that the Minister was building two huge mansions simultaneously. The tabloid had even showed photographs of the alleged two houses now proven to be yet another ploy to defame and discredit the Minister as investigations conducted by this newspaper reveal that of the two houses shown, only one has any relationship with the minister and this is one being built right next to her current home.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:30
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In Sierra Leone, High Court Convicts Former Government Official
The Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) has disclosed that David Lewis Walker, former National Coordinator of the School Feeding Project in the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, has been convicted by the High Court of Sierra Leone on thirty three count charges of misappropriation of public funds contrary to Section 12(1) of the Anti Corruption Commission Act 2000 (as amended).
Mar 4, 2010, 17:28
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In Sierra Leone, Parliament to Approve Vivian Solomon as Appeals Court Judge
Sources at the Appointments Committee of Parliament have informed the Awareness Times Newspaper that female Lawyer and University Lecturer Vivian Solomon has passed through the Committee and is expected to be presented this morning before the full House of Parliament for formal approval as Sierra Leone’s newest Appeals Court Judge.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:26
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In Sierra Leone, President Ernest Koroma Welcomes England’s DPP
The President of Sierra Leone, His Excellency Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma, yesterday Wednesday 3rd March 2010, welcomed Mr. Keir Starmer, Head of the Crown Prosecution Service and the Revenue and Customs Prosecution office, at State House. Mr. Starmer, together with Patrick Stevens and Nicola Saunders, from the International Division of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) visited Sierra Leone as part of their second leg visit to West Africa.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:24
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In Sierra Leone, Comium Launches ‘Take 5’ Promotion
One of the mobile telecommunication companies in Sierra Leone, Comium, has on 3rd March 2010 launched its ‘Take 5’ promotion at Country Lodge, Hill Station in Freetown. In his statement, Comium Director of Commercial Service, Mr. Joe Amara-Bangali noted that this year marks his company’s 5th Anniversary as a leading wireless operator in the country. He added that on 1st March 2005, Comium first commercially launched its operations in Sierra Leone and was warmly embraced by the people of the country.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:22
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In Sierra Leone, Education Plus Corporate Social Responsibility, Is The Secret Behind Zain’s Success
Most corporate entities have recognized education as an essential tool of their Corporate Social Responsibility to achieve the desired goals. Corporate entities who mean serious business always proffer educative information to their customers with regard their products, service delivery, and other benefits.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:20
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In Sierra Leone, Chiefdom Authorities Trained on Women’s Rights
Scores of chiefdom elders and religious leaders have benefited from various training programmes bordering on the rights of women in society. The training programmes were undertaken by a non governmental organization called Network Movement for Democracy and Human Rights (NMDHR) in nine chiefdoms in three districts including Samgbeh, Kasongo, Wara Wara Yagala, Sorogbema, Sowa, Kpamgabomgeh, Kissi Tongi and Luawa.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:18
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*Lawyer Frowns at Violence in Schools * Life Skills Training for 100 Young Women *Gola Forest Guards Receive Certificates *C-License Course for Football Coaches Start *Thieves Terrorize Bo Hospital.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:16
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In Sierra Leone, Man 52 Rapes Girl 12 to Death
A twelve years old girl (name withheld) has died at the Koidu Government Hospital, eastern Sierra Leone, after being allegedly raped by one Bakarr Sagateh, 52; a resident of Maranka Compound, Koidu Town. Hospital sources have disclosed that the girl passed away yesterday Wednesday 3rd March 2010, after suffering profuse bleeding since she was raped on the 26th February 2010
Mar 4, 2010, 17:14
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Bank Of Sierra Leone
The Interest Rate that cleared the market for the Treasury Bonds issue of February 24, 1020 maturing February 23, 2011 was 12% per annum. Customers who bidded at Interest Rates 12% and below succeeded in the auction at a flat rate of 12%
Mar 4, 2010, 17:10
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SABABU EDUCATION PROJECT MINISTRY OF EDUCATION,YOUTH AND SPORTS
Based on the Specific Procurement Notice for the Procurement of Tools, Equipment and Toolkits for the Vocational Training Centres in Bo, Bombali, Kailahun, Kenema, Koinadugu, Kono, Moyamba and Tonkolili Districts.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:06
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Announcement Of The 40th Day Ceremony Of The Late Foday Sayenu Sesay
Announcement Of The 40th Day Ceremony Of The Late Foday Sayenu Sesay
Mar 4, 2010, 17:04
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United Nations Development Programme external Vacancy Announcement
In the period preceding the 11year protracted civil war, Sierra Leonean society was characterized by a dysfunctional judicial system, wherein most Sierra Leoneans, particularly those residing in the provinces, had limited access to justice. This, coupled with weak rule of law institutions, a perception of a lack of independence of the judiciary, and human rights violations with impunity resulted in poor overall governance resulting in stagnation of development thereby contributing to the hostilities.
Mar 4, 2010, 17:02
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World Food Programme Readvertised Vacancy Announcement Terms Of Reference
Under the overall guidance of the WFP Country Director and Deputy Country Director and the direct supervision of the Head of Sub-office, Magburaka or Kenema, the Senior Programme Assistant will perform the following duties:
Mar 4, 2010, 17:00
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As SLPP Apologises to Journalists... : Hariatu Turay Appeals to SLAJ ‘Please Restore My Reputation Back’
Mr. Bampia Bundu, a reporter at Awareness Times newspaper has yesterday corrected an erroneous assertion in a press release issued from the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) which had alleged that Madam Hariatu Turay, Deputy Women’s Leader of the opposition SLPP had been present when journalists were being beaten but she did nothing to stop the beatings.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:38
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT PRESS REPORT
The newly appointed Fullah Community Chief for the Western Area, former Chief Justice Abdulai B. Timbo, was ton Tuesday March 2nd 2010, formally presented to President Ernest Bai Koroma at State House. The chairman for the occasion, Political Affairs Minister Alpha Kanu, described the new Fullah Chief as having the characteristics of a good leader, whom many will follow. He said Chief Timbo’s appointment is a clear manifestation of the President’s commitment to local government, in line with the APC manifesto.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:36
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NEC Set to Replace APC Eddie Turay
The National Electoral Commission (NEC) is all set to conduct parliamentary bye-election in Constituency 33, Bombali District, to replace former All People’s Congress (APC) Member of Parliament (MP) Hon. Eddie Turay. The parliamentary seat for the Constituency in question, which comprised of areas including part of Sanda Loko Chiefdom, Gbanti Kamaranka Sanda Tendaren Chiefdoms, has remained vacant since the appointment of Hon. Eddie Turay to the Sierra Leone High Commission in the United Kingdom.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:34
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APC Minister Admits Threat Against Journalist
Deputy Minister of Employment and Social Security has told journalists in Freetown that he will "hit" journalist Melvin Rogers of Radio Wanjay and the latter "will not survive the hit". This public pronouncement of Minister Moijueh Kaikai in a press briefing summoned on Tuesday 2nd March 2010 at his New England Ville office, lends credence to an earlier allegation of Rogers against the Minister in an interview with the Awareness Times Newspaper.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:32
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In Sierra Leone, Stakeholders Meet on Mangrove Management
Stakeholders have ended a two-day national validation workshop on the preliminary draft charter and action plan for sustainable mangrove management. The conference was held at the Hill Valley Hotel in Freetown. Participants signed a final communiqué that has been forwarded for the attention of government.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:30
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In Sierra Leone, Africell Presents 100m Cheque to Premier League
The Sierra Leone Premier League Board has received a cheque of Le100,000,000 (One Hundred Million Leones) from one of Sierra Leone’s leading telecommunications company called Africell. The cheque was presented to the Board on Tuesday 2nd March 2010 at the Wilberforce Headquarters of Africell in Freetown.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:28
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In Sierra Leone, Human Rights Confab Ends
Amnesty International Artists Group (AIAG) has concluded a two-day education and information workshop for its membership and community stakeholders. In an exclusive interview with the Awareness Times, Administrative Director for Amnesty International Artists Group Patrick Massaquoi said domestic violence exists throughout Sierra Leone. He said the two-day workshop took place on the 13th and 14th February 2010 and was held at the Municipal Secondary School, Kissy in Freetown.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:26
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In Sierra Leone, Standard Chartered Bank’s Global Success Recognized
Standard Chartered Bank has been named winner in the corporate responsibility category of the FT ArcelorMittal Boldness in Business Awards. The judges commended the Bank’s commitment to community investment and impact in the areas of health and education, which have remained steady throughout the financial downturn.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:24
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
* Education Minister in Conflict with Teachers *Navy Arrests Two Illegal Vessels *Twelve Polio Cases Discovered in Sierra Leone *Man Arrested for Fraud in Kenya * 4 Journalists Escape Death * Youth Ambassador Condemns Violence in Politics.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:22
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Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) Commences Training Needs Assessment
"For the first time in the 38-year history of SLAJ, the association will this week start a comprehensive training needs assessment of journalists in the country. The first phase of that takes place at the conference hall of its headquarters in Freetown on 2 – 3 March 2010" a press release issued by the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) on Monday 1st March 2010 states.
Mar 3, 2010, 17:20
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