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SepMTCA, Freetown, 8 September 2026 – Sierra Leoneans have warmly welcomed Miss World Sierra Leone, Mariyam Lorba Konneh, following her participation in the prestigious Miss World competition in Vietnam, where she proudly represented the nation on the global stage. Upon her return, government officials, family members, supporters, members of the beauty and fashion industry, and admirers gathered […]
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SepMTCA Leads National Reception in Honour of Sierra Leone’s Global Ambassador MTCA, FREETOWN, 6th September, 2026 – The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA), on behalf of the Government and people of Sierra Leone, is spearheading plans for a grand and rousing welcome home for Miss World Sierra Leone 2026, Mariyam Lorba Konneh, following her commendable[…]
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AugThe Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA) has commenced a three-day training session on Etiquette for senior staff of the ministry and its agencies at the ministry’s conference hall in Freetown. The training, facilitated by Madam Susan Esther Senese of the Senesie Etiquette School, is designed to strengthen professional conduct, communication, and workplace ethics, thereby enhancing[…]
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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[…]
Sierra Leone’s representative to the upcoming Miss World Beauty Pageant in Vietnam, Mariyam Lorba Konneh, addressed journalists at the Ministry of Information and Civic Education’s National Press Briefing on Tuesday (4th July, 2026). Her participation is being strongly supported by the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA), which views the global contest as a unique opportunity[…]
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AugFreetown, August 3, 2026 – Ghanaian YouTube star and pan-African influencer, Wodemaya, has lauded Sierra Leone’s Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, for her relentless drive in repositioning Sierra Leone as a competitive tourism destination. Speaking during an interview on Truth Media, Wodemaya highlighted the Minister’s hands-on leadership and innovative reforms that are steadily[…]
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AugSierra Leone’s cultural calendar gained a powerful new rhythm last Thursday (30th July 2026) as the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, officially launched the One Nation Reggae Festival, a landmark event designed to fuse Sierra Leonean and Caribbean traditions while boosting the country’s tourism sector. The launch ceremony, hosted at BBQ Box at[…]
He pointed to landmark initiatives such as the Tourism Innovation Centre at Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, which blends conservation with digital learning and eco-tourism. According to him, such projects not only protect Sierra Leone’s unique biodiversity but also create new avenues for youth engagement, research, and international collaboration. “Minister Tunis is showing Africa that tourism is not just[…]
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JulOne Nation Reggae Festival Launches Nationwide with Cultural Fanfare Freetown, July 30, 2026 — Ahead of the One Nation Reggae Festival in November this year, Sierra Leone’s cultural calendar is expected to reach a new high today as the One Nation Reggae Festival will be officially launched in Bo City, Makeni City, and Freetown, marking the start[…]
