By Dennis Kabatto – The central focal subject of discourse when Global Diaspora Forum (GDF) convenes on May 13 – 14, 2013 for its third annual celebration of the contributions Diaspora communities make to their countries of origin is “Where Ideas Meet Action.” GDF events will meet in Washington, Dc; Dublin, Ireland; Silicon Valley and Los Angeles, California. Modern technological advancement has made it possible for participants in all four venues to connect in real time with the “ideas and innovations” discussed from the primary venue in Washington. A wide range of stakeholders including Leaders of Diaspora communities, United States... Continue Reading
By Dennis Kabatto – Sierra Leone safely secured a play-off spot in the quarter-final of the African Advisory Council of Bronx, (AACB) 2013 fourth annual Bronx Week African Nations Tournament in New York Sunday after a lackluster goalless draw with South Africa. Gliyoh Moses – Sierra Leone’s acting team president and coordinator said Sierra Leone could have crushed South Africa’s Vuvuzela Boys into smithereens if it wasn’t for the suspension of four of his players including 3 defenders: Daniel Priddy, Mohamed Sesay, Alhassan Gbla and goalkeeper James Kargbo. Eventually, officials allowed Kargbo to play in the game against South Africa... Continue Reading
By: Augustine N. Myers – In promotion of its Grow-Our-Own-Study Program (GOOS), the Administration of William V.S. Tubman University in Harper, Maryland County on Monday, April 15, 2013 had a farewell program for five of its employees who were awarded scholarships to pursue their Masters Degrees at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria. A release from Tubman University, signed by its Director of Public & Media Relations, Ambrose T. Wreh, named the recipients of the scholarships as: Mr. J. Philip Augustus Theoway (Guidance & Counseling), Mr. Alexander B. Scere (Electrical Engineering), Mrs. Christina Miller (Early Childhood Development), Mr. Stephen Browne... Continue Reading
SSLF appreciates participants at fundraising event and seals negotiations with “MINGLES AT GOLDEN BULL” on behalf of Sierra Leonean Non-Profits. Sierra Leone’s 52nd Independence Anniversary was celebrated as a simply elegant and classy fundraising event for Sierra Leone without excessive glitter. A special thanks to all who attended the fundraising event and donated generously. On hand to receive a “Leap of Faith Award” for their contributions to education and health care were Mr. Cecil John and Vianka, key executives of The John Trust Fund. Speaking on behalf of the trust fund, Mr. John, commended SSLF’S efforts and pledged their organization’s... Continue Reading
By Dennis Kabatto – Reigning Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013, Ruby B. Johnson leaves the United States of America Thursday to take part in Saturday’s independence ceremony. While in Sierra Leone she will visit school girls at all levels in order to promote her platform SHERO (Service, Health, Education, Rights, Opportunities) and will meet with Government dignitaries in Freetown. Ms Johnson, 23, currently studying Mining and Minerals Engineering at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Virginia, USA said her goal for Sierra Leone Homecoming Trip is to visit schools and universities and “speak with students, especially girls/women. I would... Continue Reading
