As part of the World Tourism Day Celebrations and the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs continued efforts to promote eco-consciousness among Sierra Leoneans, a vibrant Quiz and Debate Competition was held at the MTCA Pavilion. The event brought together secondary school and university students to showcase their knowledge and perspectives on tourism, sustainability, and cultural heritage[…]

The Sierra Leone Chef Association has presented three prestigious awards and five medals to the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs following Sierra Leone’s remarkable performance at the 2025 West African Food Festival (WAFFEST) in Accra, Ghana. The presentation took place at the Ministry’s Conference Room, where the team shared their success story and expressed appreciation for[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA), and its agencies with support from the Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), has successfully concluded the nationwide Nature-Based Digital Ecotourism Training and Site Engagements across eight districts, Kailahun, Bo, Pujehun, Kono, Kabala Makeni (Bombali), Kambia, and Port Loko, under the ongoing 2025 Year of Ecotourism Campaign. The initiative[…]

  he Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs is deeply saddened by the passing of Dame Jane Morris Goodall, an extraordinary conservationist whose global legacy has left an indelible mark on Sierra Leone. She will always be remembered for encouraging the establishment of the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary and for her invaluable support to the sanctuary and the[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA) and its agencies, with support from the Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), have advanced their nationwide Nature-Based Digital Ecotourism Training to Makeni, Bombali District, as part of the Year of Ecotourism Campaign. The two-day engagement combined capacity-building sessions with field visits to key attractions including Wusum Hills (Waterworks),[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA) and its agencies, with support from the Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), have continued the nationwide Nature-Based Digital Ecotourism Training in Kabala, Koinadugu District, advancing the Ministry’s Year of Ecotourism campaign to build community capacity and promote sustainable tourism across Sierra Leone. Opening the session, Paramount Chief Gbawun[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA) and its agencies, with support from the Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), have extended the nationwide Nature-Based Digital Ecotourism Training to Kono District, furthering the Ministry’s commitment to building capacity and advancing sustainable tourism across the country. The training, held at the District Council Hall, was chaired by[…]

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and its agencies, with support from the Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), have continued the nationwide Nature-Based Digital Ecotourism Training in Pujehun, a day after the district hosted the colorful commemoration of World Tourism Day. The training, held at the District Council Hall, brought together community representatives, business operators,[…]

Over 1,000 military personnel and police officers joined forces in a massive cleaning exercise at Lumley/Aberdeen Beach, supporting the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs’ drive to keep the beach clean and hygienic. Hon. Minister of Tourism, Nabeela Farida Tunis, described the effort as proof of what government institutions can achieve when united for a higher purpose.[…]