Momoh and Sesay Announce Joint Bid for Sierra Leone Film Council Leadership

An intriguing development has surfaced in the lead-up to the Sierra Leone Film Council elections, as esteemed Director Aiah Momoh and Alimatu Farakhan Sesay have formally declared their joint candidacy to lead the organization.

Sesay has been announced as Momoh's running mate, presenting a unified front with the aim of advancing the nation's film industry.

Their campaign is founded on a dual-focus platform: monetizing platforms, particularly social media, and promoting unity among industry figures. They assert that by strategically harnessing digital avenues, they can unlock new revenue streams for filmmakers and creatives, thereby improving the financial sustainability of their work.

Concurrently, their dedication to internal cohesion seeks to address existing divisions and foster a more collaborative and supportive environment within the industry.

Momoh and Sesay envision their leadership as a crucial step in the creative industry's developmental journey. Their agenda emphasizes monetization, harmonization, and professionalization of the Sierra Leonean film industry, with the ultimate aim of expanding opportunities for filmmakers, actors, writers, and all creative professionals across the country.

The highly anticipated election is scheduled for August 30th of this year, and the candidacies of Momoh and Sesay are expected to make it a closely watched contest.

Monetization presents a complex challenge for many participants, raising questions about their understanding of its intricacies. These complexities are influenced not only by internal factors but also by the user base that platforms cultivate, advertiser rates from specific countries, and the quality and quantity of content creators.

All these elements are currently hindered by the suboptimal internet service provided by most mobile networks in Sierra Leone.