Author Archives: Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs

Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis together with her technical team represented Sierra Leone at the 68th UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa in Abuja. Taking center stage in key discussions, Minister Tunis championed meaningful dialogue on sustainable tourism, regional collaboration, and unlocking Sierra Leone’s tourism potential. Key highlights: Presentation of the Women in […]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs alongside the Sierra Leone National Museum embarked on a significant initiative to celebrate the life and contributions of John Henry Smythe, a notable aviator, barrister, and World War ll veteran. The event attracted sector professionals, historians, school pupils, students and descendants of John Henry Smythe. Ministry of Tourism and Cultural[…]

In their continued efforts in ensuring that Tourism Development Areas (TDA) nationwide are protected by preventing destructive human activities and illegal settlement expansion on the areas, officials of the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs led by the Director of Tourism, Travel and Exchange Programme, Mohamed Jalloh engaged relevant stakeholders of Bathurst Community on deepening the collaborative[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has held an information session on three touristic sites (Leicester Peak Viewing Deck, Tacugama Innovation Centre & Bureh Beach Surf Club and Jetty) developed by the Government of Sierra Leone supported by the World Bank Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP). The event which drew government stakeholders, international investors, private[…]

Students’ from Milton Margai Technical University (MMTU) Tourism Department, spearheaded by lecturers with support from the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs have embarked on an Ecotourism field trip to Tiwai Island and other relevant attractions in Bo, Southern Sierra Leone. This endeavor is in line with the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs 2025 Ecotourism focus[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and the Monument and Relics Commission have held the maiden edition of the Inter-secondary Traditional games. The event which attracted over 70 pupils for ten secondary schools aimed at reviving the culture of playing traditional games amongst school kids. The activity was part of the broader Ecotourism focus for 2025[…]

Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Tunis has on the occasion of Sierra Leone’s independence celebration accompanied 42 international tourists to the Peace and Cultural Monument Museum in Freetown. The group of tourists comprised Africa-Americans based in California. They expressed admiration of the hospitality accorded them, as well as the breathtaking view and outstanding landscape of[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs is thrilled to announce the arrival of Wode Maya – a proud son of Africa – to the beautiful shores of Sierra Leone. As one of the continent’s most influential bloggers and a passionate advocate for African culture and heritage, Wode Maya’s visit comes at a time when Sierra Leoneans[…]

The international marketing and promotion of Sierra Leone’s beautiful and authentic tourist attractions by the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, The National Tourist Board, in collaboration with private sector players has started yielding fruits. On 27th April, 2025 Two cruise ships, SH Diana and Silver wind, berthed at the Queen Elizabeth II Quay with over 300[…]

Students from the Travel and Tourism program at the Lebanese International School embarked on an enriching educational field trip to various historic sites across Freetown. This initiative was graciously sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, aimed at providing students with first-hand experience and insights into the country’s rich cultural heritage. Addressing the students, Permanent[…]