ByAmerica Times News Service August 29, 2024 Must read Briefing by Adedeji Ebo, Director and Deputy to the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, to the United Nations’ Security Council meeting: Threats to International… August 31, 2024 Remarks by Ambassador Robert Wood, Alternative Representative for Special Political Affairs, at a UN Security Council Briefing on Threats to International Peace and Security August 31, 2024 Remarks by Ambassador Geng Shuang at the...Read More
Nimai, a leading corporate finance and transaction advisory firm, has successfully facilitated a complex transaction between the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Kadat Food and Beverages (SL) Limited. This deal secures a loan for the Sierra Leonean soft drinks and fruit juices producer, enabling the company to boost productive capacity, create employment opportunities, and strengthen local agriculture value chains by sourcing more from local farmers. The loan is financed by...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu On August 29, 2024, the Government of Sierra Leone and the European Union signed a landmark Financing Agreement for the “Nature Nourishes” Programme. This agreement represents a significant step forward in the collaborative efforts between the EU and Sierra Leone to promote environmental protection and human development across the nation. In line with the Global Gateway strategy of the EU, “Nature Nourishes” also focuses on providing...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Pierra Martin Gomez, who was accused of defrauding an American citizen Frezin Nickson over US$45,000 has denied the allegations, stating that he did not defraud anyone. He explained that he and the complainant Nickson operated a company involved in the mining of gold. Gomez added that Nickson is his long-term friend, and they agreed to operate a mining business in Kabala, adding that Nickson has 70% of...Read More
By Stephen V. Lansana On Thursday, August 29, 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC) has requested Le 324, 132, 302.00 for the Financial Year 2025 The striking budget proposal was made during the Bilateral Budget Discussions with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) which was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (MoPED) in Freetown. The proposed budget was presented by the Assistant...Read More
