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AugIn adherence to timelines flagged for the upcoming Federation Elections in September as a priority requiring proactive attention, the Transitional Leadership Committee (TLC) has officially commenced its nationwide regional tour in Makeni, marking a pivotal step toward consolidating the stakeholders for the National Tourism Federation. The tour is designed to engage local actors, foster collaboration, and build […]
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AugA colourful farewell ceremony was held at the weekend (8th August 2026) in Freetown for Ms Mariyam Lorba Konneh, Sierra Leone’s representative at the upcoming Miss World Beauty Pageant in Vietnam this September. The event, organised by the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA), brought together government officials, cultural leaders, and members of the creative industry[…]
— The Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Commonwealth Heritage Forum, the World Monuments Fund, and other partners for their continued confidence in the restoration of Old Fourah Bay College. The Minister Nabeeal Farida Tunis described the additional investment as a powerful endorsement of the Government of Sierra Leone’s commitment to[…]
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JulThe Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has convened a high-level meeting with executives from the tourism, hospitality, and creative industries at the Dove’s Nest, Aberdeen, Freetown, to chart a new course for sector development. The purpose of the meeting was to address issues related to the formation of the National Federation and to enhance the private[…]
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JulPresident Julius Maada Bio has highlighted the breathtaking beauty of Freetown’s iconic Leicester Peak Viewpoint following a visit to the attraction with his wife, Fatima Bio, and their children. Sharing his experience, the President described the scenery as “simply breathtaking” and encouraged people to visit and experience the spectacular views for themselves. His family visit has placed[…]
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JulJamaica has officially permitted citizens from Sierra Leone and 15 African countries to enter the Caribbean island without a visa. This was confirmed by the latest entry requirements published by the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency of Jamaica, under Prime Minister Andrew Holness. This is welcome news for the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida[…]
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Julin a bid to boost the marketing of Sierra Leone as a competitive tourism destination, the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Pass porter Limited, a renowned digital firm, to pilot a project that will provide AI technology support in the branding and marketing of Sierra Leone as a prime Tourism[…]
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Jul*Minister Nabeela Farida Tunis Joins African Tourism Leaders at the 69th UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa* The Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, has joined tourism leaders, policymakers, and industry stakeholders from across the continent for the 69th UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa and the Thematic Conference on “Strengthening Human Capital to[…]
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JunTOURISM MINISTRY VALIDATES ISLAND AND BEACH TOURISM POLICY TO STRENGTHEN SUSTAINABLE COASTAL MANAGEMENT 25th June, 2026 – Dove’s Nest Hall, Aberdeen Road Building on months of nationwide consultations and field assessments across Sierra Leone’s beaches and islands, the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has held a Stakeholders Validation Workshop on the Island and Beach Tourism Policy[…]
