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Fatima Conteh of team Ubuntu representing Sierra Leone has taken second position in the third edition of RideAfrique cycling competition in Accra, Ghana. RideAfrique is Ghana's biggest yearly cycling race with a 105km Criterium Challenge , that usually attracts hundreds of Cyclists from across the continent, including Sierra Leone. The yearly festival is aimed at promoting cycling and provide a springboard of opportunities for cyclists who are aiming for top career in the discipline. Team Ubuntu's Leading Cyclist from Sierra Leone Fatima Deborah Conteh had a slender victory against her competitors but was unable to retain her title in the female category during the fifteen laps of the RideAfrique cycling race in Ghana. Speaking to this medium after the race, Fatima Deborah Conteh stated that due to some challenges, she couldn't retain her title but noted that subsequent edition will be thoroughly prepared for as that was what led to her poor run in this year's event. She added that the Second place was no mean feat considering the top notch cyclists she competed against in the race. She encouraged other cyclists back home to take the sport very seriously as exposure matters a lot.

Youth Ambassador Mohamed Basiru Sanusi, the Founder of Iafrika SL, has been recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential Leaders in Africa by the Pan-African Youth Leadership Foundation. The Foundation, which held its 5th summit on April 14, 2023, at the British Council in Accra, Ghana, has acknowledged Amb. Bash's contributions to nation-building, particularly in the youth and entertainment sector of Sierra Leone. Amb. Bash currently serves as the Sierra Leone Ambassador for All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), and his recognition by the Pan-African Youth Leadership Foundation further underscores his impact on the continent. As a young and dynamic Sierra Leonean, his dedication to empowering young people and promoting African culture has earned him a place among the most influential leaders in Africa. Sierra Leonean youth Ambassador, Mohamed Basiru Sanusi, has received a string of accolades for his contributions to nation-building and youth empowerment. Among the awards he has received are the 50 Influential Young Sierra Leoneans, 100 Influential Young People, Queen Nak Foundation Media Personality of the Year 2018, MOFAP Liberia Inspiring Youth Awards 2018, New Skool Awards Humanitarian of the Year 2018, SLeDU NMA Best Entertainment TV Presenter, Lake Production NEA 2018 Best Male Radio Personality, and several nominations. Sanusi's dedication to empowering young people and promoting African culture has earned him numerous local and international recognitions. The aim of the summit was to bring together influential African youth leaders to celebrate their achievements and discuss ways to further develop themselves and countries. Sanusi's accomplishments and recognitions serve as an inspiration to many young people in Sierra Leone and across the continent.

East End Lions completed their match with Port Authority, incidentally their first match of the second rounds of Premier league yesterday Friday 14th April 2023, with a vital 2-nil goals to beat Ports Authority at the trade Centre. Sulaiman S Kargbo was the hero of the day, scoring two goals and thereby giving East End Lions all three points against the waterfront boys. After the match, Striker Sulaiman S Kargbo admitted to this medium that it was a dream come true for him as he was training really well for this game. On his part, Interim Coach Raymond Hunter expressed huge delight for the win over arch rivals Ports Authority and added that he would continue with the winning ways to grab the giant trophy. Match losers, Ports Authority Trainer Lamin Bangura said the East End Lions Marksman Sulaiman Kargbo capitalized on their weakness in the defensive line and tapped the goals in. Bangura, went on to say that it was a bad day for his team and they conceded two goals in the second half due to a lack of concentration. He suggested to the management of Ports Authority that a few player signings like their rivals East End Lions might better their team.

The international Paralympic committee development officer Carolin Rickers will be visiting the National Paralympic Committee in Sierra Leone between the 17th to 20th April 2023. The visit is to conduct compliance training with the executive board and athletes of the National Paralympic Committee of Sierra Leone, focusing on good administrative structuring, Anti-Doping policies of the IPC and competition requirements. She will also train the membership on funding application techniques and implementation of IPC programs. The In-Country Support program which Carolin will be here to implement was designed by the IPC in 2022 after realizing that most African countries missed out of the Tokyo 2020 games due to lack of funding which prevented them from taking part in qualification events. The overall goal of these trainings is to prepare Africa for the Paris 2024 Games. The IPC intends to give grants to struggling members, depending on the level of commitment of these beneficiaries. She will proceed to Liberia for similar engagement. With a professional background of 20 years’ in developing sports and sport organizations, it is the expressed hope that this meeting will send a strong signal to the IPC that our partners are ready to develop Para sports in the country.

Former aspirant for Member of Parliament position under the National Grand Coalition party Alhaji Tarawally has made a statement commending Dr. Kandeh Yumkellah’s recent alliance with the Sierra Leone People’s party. Dr. Yumkellah who has received a lukewarm reaction in the wake of his alliance announcement, had stated unity and national cohesion as his reasons for the alliance. Alhaji Tarawally in a post on LinkedIn made a direct message re-emphasizing his admiration and support for Dr. Yumkellah and his “put salone fos” agenda. He pledged his support and reveal plans to return home to the NGC party based on the recent alliance between the NGC and SLPP.

First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone has today received a second Doctorate degree at the Fourah Bay College (FBC) campus for the 2021/2022 academic year congregation, among other graduates. The doctorate degree conferred on her was a Honoris Causa, Doctor of Letters for her outstanding contributions to humanity around the globe. Outlining her work, it was mentioned that her commitment to girls’ protection, hygiene and influence on policies are what has earned her this doctorate degree. This is the second doctorate degree conferred on her and this is her first in Sierra Leone. Her first was a degree by the American International University in West Africa based in The Gambia. President of the Republic of Sierra Leone Dr. Julius Maada Bio attended in his capacity as Visitor of the University.

The ministry of energy in a news circulation released yesterday 13th April 2023, has said that the fire incident at the Bo power Station Bo city, Southern Sierra Leone will create mild inconveniences for residents of Bo City, which the ministry is ensuring necessary technical steps are being taken to restore normal electricity supply within the shortest possible time. The ministry explained that due to coordinated efforts between staff and fire force, the fire was extinguished before much damage occurred to generation and transmission infrastructure. They explained that the actual cause of the outbreak has not been ascertained but primary investigation has informed the belief that it might be due to an attempt to remove an obsolete Man engine from the powerhouse to make way for the installation of a 6MW diesel thermal diesel generator.

The Sierra Leone Handball Association say they are preparing for Mali Handball challenge trophy. Speaking, the Treasurer of the Sierra Leone Handball Association Hassan Munu, says that the handing body in Sierra Leone is currently having an intensive training sessions for female players at the Old School training centre ahead of the Handball Challenge Trophy expected to stage in Mali this month. He continued that the players are technically positioned by the technical team to upset teams in Mali and also improve the status of the country in so far as Handball is concerned on the continent. He explained that barring financial difficulties, the team will be present and performing in the challenge, with hopes of very impactful points and experience. Meanwhile, the players who were present during the session at the Old School centre demonstrated their commitment to learn and a spark a winning mentality in the camp. In respect to the question of qualification, Munu revealed to this medium that the competition is Mali is essentially to the Handball team and the nation as a whole.

The Sierra Leone Premier League Board has announced fixtures for the second round of the League commencing on Friday April 14 and rivals East End Lions and Ports Authority will play first at the Trade Centre playing field in the East End of Freetown. Ardent Sierra Leone football supporter aware of the intense rivalry between East End Lions and Ports Authority have increased the momentum, ahead of the Second round League Opener. Ports Authority Head Coach Lamin Bangura who designs the football Culture at Ports Authority, the Waterfront Boys and the Former Sierra Leone International defender says he’ll stop at nothing to win it as a coach. With this challenge, East End Lions Interim Coach Raymond Gerald Hunter, has to prevent the bashing of his former boss Francis “Zappa" Koroma who parted ways with the killers after some difficult moment in the League at the time. Meanwhile, in the West End of Freetown newly promoted Real Republicans will host Old Edwardians at the Angola town field, to spark a wonderful start to the Second round as well on Friday. Francis 'Zappa ' Koroma and Ibrahim Sillah were recently appointed by the Club as Head and Assistant Coaches following the departure of Abdulai Kaloga' Bah.

Female football Captain Binta Bah, for FC Kallon has graduated with first Class Honours Degree in Business Administration from the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) University of Sierra Leone. Binta Bah was able to strick a balance between footballing & school , placing her among graduands at the FBC's Amphitheatre during the 2022 Convocation. She is now earmarked among the pool of female Footballers who have darkened the corridors of the higher education. Binta explained that navigating between the two goals was not an easy feat, especially during examinations, thinking of the many difficulties and the challenging nature of the various field of study. She encouraged other female footballers not to relent in pursuing their careers , no matter how challenging the situation can be. She noted that it is never too late for women who wish to empower themselves. She recounted that her greatest challenge was allocating training time as a footballer and at the same time attending classes. She thanked her FC Kallon family and other relatives who supported her goal in ensuring she becomes an example for other female footballers in the country.

Madam Cassandra Garber GOOR JP, President Emerita of the Krio Descendants Union has recently endorsed the re-election agenda of Madam Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr for Freetown and called on all Krios to support her to achieve her goal. She made public her endorsement in a newsletter called the KDY Oracle. This endorsement by Madam Garber GOOR who’s a respected leader and an influential voice in the Krio community is seen as a significant boost to Madam Aki Sawyer's campaign. In her endorsement, Madam Garber GOOR praised Madam Aki Sawyer's “transform Freetown” campaign and states that the Krio community is pleased with the former Mayor’s first term performance. Madam Garber GOOR also emphasized the importance of supporting a leader who understands the needs and aspirations of the Krio community. Madam Aki Sawyer announced her decision to contest for re-election symbolically on International Women’s day on March 8th and over her first tenure had focused on transforming Freetown for a better future for the city and its residents. As the election approaches, Madam Garber GOOR's endorsement is expected to energize and mobilize the Krio community, a huge part of the Freetown population, to support Madam Aki-Sawyer's rerun for the mayor of Freetown.

The Fifty Most Influential Sierra Leonean Women Awards Committee has released the final list of fifty most influential women in Sierra Leone, out of a hundred names released earlier this year. The award is meant to honor exemplary women that contribute towards community and national development and who are promoting girl child education or served as inspirations to other women in the country within a given year. The award which is an initiative of youths and women led organizations, spotlights women breaking ceilings and barriers in business, Government, Law, Education, NGOs and entertainment. This year's list includes the First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone Madam Fatima Bio , Former Electoral Commissioner for Western Region Madam Miatta French, Women’s right Campaigner Madam Fatu Takie, President of the Sierra Leone Bar Association Eddinia Michaela Swallow and Entrepreneur Fatima Sesay. The award slated for 28th April this year at Freetown City hall will for the first time have tradition leaders, specifically Paramount Chiefs honoring award recipients and a special prayer for one of the award recipients who has since died after her nomination, Actress Henrietta Mbawah.