12

Jun

CREATE AND INNOVATE CHALLENGE 2024. BINTUMANI CONFERENCE CENTRE, FREETOWN

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and the National Tourist Board with support from the World Bank Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP) have in the Create and Innovate Challenge listened to presentation of proposals by the finalists for (Rural Tourism, Sand Mining and Waste Management) Challenges in the Tourism for All Create and Innovate Challenge. […]

06

Jun

MTCA Takes Tourism for All Campaign to the North-West Region of Port Loko

In a continued effort to promote and showcase Sierra Leone’s rich cultural heritage and diversity, the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, alongside its agencies and partners, has launched the Tourism for All Campaign (TFA) in the North-West Region of Port Loko. The event, held at Port Loko Mini Stadium, attracted Traditional Leaders and District Stakeholders. Organized[…]

31

May

Big Boost for Tourism as Ethiopian Airline starts Inaugural Commercial Operations in Sierra Leone

Officials from the Tourism sector including the Minister, Nabeela Farida Tunis together with the Ministry of Transport, Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority and other relevant stakeholders receiving Ethiopian Airline and holding the inaugural program for it operation in Sierra Leone. The commencement of flight operations by one of Africa’s renowned airlines to Freetown increases International confidence in[…]

19

May

For the Formulation of Wildlife Tourism Policy, MTCA Embark on Stakeholder Engagement & Site Assessment

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and the National Tourist Board (NTB) Supported by the World Bank Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP) have together with Mathew Humke, the Consultant for the formulation of Wildlife Tourism Policy and Business Plan embarked on Stakeholder engagement and site assessment at Masonia Village, Falaba District. The idea was conceived[…]

18

May

Promotion of Domestic Tourism…Tourism Ministry & Hello Sierra Leone take Participants to Railway Museum

In an effort to bolster domestic tourism and commemorate International Museum Day, Hello Sierra Leone, a prominent tourism and lifestyle company, orchestrated an immersive excursion to the National Railway Museum. The initiative, part of the broader Tourism for All Campaign’s Culture and Heritage theme of May, aimed to showcase Sierra Leone’s rich heritage and foster a deeper[…]

16

May

Tourism Minister Engages Management and Staff of National Tourist Board

Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, held a routine meeting with the staff of the National Tourist Board (NTB) at the National Tourist Board Office on Lumley Beach. The meeting sought to engage staff on current reforms established to boost effectiveness and efficiency, recognizing the institutions crucial role in promoting tourism. During the meeting,[…]

12

May

Tourism Minister, Nabeela Tunis Graces Launch of BSK TV Network

Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis has graced the soft launch of BSK TV Network. The momentous event held at Radisson Blu, Mammy Yoko Hotel gathered media practitioners including TV presenters, and renowned broadcasters, underscoring the significant landmark of the launch of the network. Dr. Bernadette Sanko Kamara (BSK) TV Network enriches global perspectives[…]

07

May

Bolstering Tourism Efforts…Tourism Ministry calls on Industry Stakeholders to Unite under an Umbrella body

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has in a meeting with tourism and hospitality stakeholders called for the various associations to unite under an umbrella body for the furtherance of the sector. Tour Operators, Hotel Managers, Travel Agencies, Chef Association, Casino Managers, Restaurant Managers, and Night Club Managers among others were all part of the engagement[…]