Salone Gossip (2025)

31/10/2025

Operating under the Office of the President, the Ghana AIDS Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to ending HIV/AIDS in Ghana by 2030, with the support of key local and international partners. At the Commission’s 14th National Partnership Forum held on October 22, 2025, at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, Co-founder of the Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) West Africa and PhD researcher, Mr. John Kojo Williams, delivered a powerful call to action urging the private sector to take an active role in supporting sustainability and public health initiatives.

Speaking as a panellist at the event themed “Harnessing Domestic Resources to End AIDS by 2030,” Mr. Williams highlighted that dwindling global donor funding underscores the urgent need for Ghana and other countries in the Global South to strengthen domestic resource mobilization.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/john-kojo-williams-urges-stronger-private-sector-role-in-ghanas-fight-against-hiv-aids/

31/10/2025

By Alvin Lansana Kargbo

Afrimoney, in partnership with Cell-Lo Africa, has launched the "ABOP Loan" Service, a new microloan product designed to give Sierra Leoneans easy access to short-term financial support. The official launch took place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Africell Headquarters in Wilberforce, Freetown. The initiative marks a major step in expanding financial inclusion through mobile technology.

The ABOP Loan Service provides microloans ranging from NLe 10 to NLe 700, available to all eligible Afrimoney users through their mobile wallets. The loans are valid for 30 days and attract a 10% interest rate, with a 3% penalty applied to defaulters who fail to repay within the due period. Customers can access the service by dialing *161*5*3 # and following the instructions.

Speaking at the launch, Aaron Sarpong, representative of Cell-Lo Africa, described ABOP as a product designed to respond directly to the everyday financial needs of ordinary Sierra Leoneans.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/afrimoney-partners-with-cell-lo-africa-to-launch-abop-loan-service-for-greater-financial-inclusion/

31/10/2025

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Operating under the Office of the President, the Ghana AIDS Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to ending HIV/AIDS in Ghana by 2030, with the support of key local and international partners. At the Commission’s 14th National Partnership Forum held on October 22, 2025, at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, Co-founder of the Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) West Africa and PhD researcher, Mr. John Kojo Williams, delivered a powerful call to action urging the private sector to take an active role in supporting sustainability and public health initiatives.

Speaking as a panellist at the event themed “Harnessing Domestic Resources to End AIDS by 2030,” Mr. Williams highlighted that dwindling global donor funding underscores the urgent need for Ghana and other countries in the Global South to strengthen domestic resource mobilization.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/john-kojo-williams-urges-stronger-private-sector-role-in-ghanas-fight-against-hiv-aids/

31/10/2025

A judicial decision involving Pioneer Power Engineering Co. Ltd. has stirred significant property, human rights and investor confidence concerns in Sierra Leone, drawing attention from the Chinese Embassy in Freetown.

The case centers around a complex ownership and management dispute over industrial property located at No. 12 Off Motor Road, Kyubu Village, Newton, Waterloo, Freetown. The land in question is legally owned by Friendship International Co. Ltd., but also houses Pioneer Power Engineering Co., Ltd., whose Board of Directors in May 2024 dismissed its former Manager, Zhou Wenjie, over allegations of fraud, forgery and financial misconduct.

Zhou Wenjie was accused of forging shareholders’ signatures and opening unauthorized bank accounts in the company’s name. Following his dismissal, he initiated several legal proceedings contesting his removal and asserting control over company operations.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/judicial-ruling-sparks-property-human-rights-concerns-at-pioneer-power-engineering-co-ltd-chinese-embassy-monitoring/

31/10/2025

By Foday Moriba Conteh

A coalition of leading Civil Society Organizations in Sierra Leone has issued a strong statement calling for the preservation of the neutrality of the security forces and the protection of democratic values ahead of the 2028 General Elections.
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https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/csos-urge-rslaf-neutrality-warn-against-divisive-rhetoric-before-2028-polls/

31/10/2025

The National Executive of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) paid a courtesy visit to Orange Sierra Leone as part of its ongoing engagements with corporate partners and key institutions. The visit, which took place on Monday, October 27, 2024, at Orange’s Head Office on Hill Station in Freetown, sought to reaffirm and strengthen the longstanding collaboration between the telecommunications company and the country’s umbrella media organization.

Welcoming the delegation, the Company Secretary of Orange Sierra Leone, Madam Danetta Younge, expressed appreciation for the visit and described SLAJ as a strategic partner in national development. She highlighted the company’s commitment to maintaining a positive working relationship with the media, noting that Orange Sierra Leone has maintained contractual partnerships with over ten media houses in the last five years.

“Orange Sierra Leone values the contribution of the media to our success and to national progress.
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https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/slaj-executive-strengthens-partnership-with-orange-sierra-leone/

31/10/2025

The Founder of Pikin Bizness, Adonis Abboud, has once again demonstrated his deep humanitarian commitment by accompanying a four-year-old Sierra Leonean child, fondly known as baby Mo, on a medical mission to Accra, Ghana, for a life-saving surgical operation.

The duo departed Freetown on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, for Ghana, where baby Mo is expected to undergo a critical procedure not currently available in Sierra Leone. The initiative, fully sponsored by Pikin Bizness, highlights the organization’s ongoing dedication to providing access to essential healthcare for vulnerable children.

Speaking before departure, a representative of Pikin Bizness said the journey underscores the organization’s core belief that every child deserves a fair chance at life, regardless of economic or social limitations.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/pikin-bizness-founder-escorts-four-year-old-for-lifesaving-surgery-in-ghana/

31/10/2025

By Amin Kef (Ranger)

President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming Sierra Leone’s agriculture sector by creating an enabling environment for investors through tax incentives, transparent investment laws and regulatory reforms aimed at ensuring food self-sufficiency and economic growth.

Speaking at the country’s first-ever Agri-Food Investment Summit held on Tuesday, 28 October 2025, at the New Brookfields Hotel in Freetown, President Bio described agriculture as “the heartbeat of Sierra Leone’s economy.” The high-level forum attracted over 25 international investors and 40 local companies, signaling growing confidence in the nation’s agricultural potential under the Feed Salone initiative.

“Sierra Leone has 5.4 million hectares of arable land and less than 20 percent has been cultivated. We are strategically positioned to feed over 400 million consumers in West Africa,” President Bio stated.
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https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/president-bio-woos-global-investors-at-sierra-leones-first-agri-food-investment-summit/

31/10/2025

The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay, on Tuesday, 28th October 2025, held a high-level consultative meeting with Electoral Management Bodies at the Country Lodge Hotel on Hill Station in Freetown, to deliberate on proposed legislative reforms aimed at strengthening Sierra Leone’s electoral framework.

The technical consultation served as a crucial platform for key electoral institutions to review and provide expert feedback on a range of legislative proposals designed to enhance transparency, inclusivity and accountability in the country’s electoral process. The discussions focused on proposed amendments to several important laws, including the Political Parties Act, the Public Elections Act, the Cyber Security and Crime Act, the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC) Act and the Independent Media Commission (IMC) Act.

Speaking at the event, the Attorney General underscored the significance of inclusive policymaking in advancing democratic governance.
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https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/attorney-general-engages-electoral-bodies-on-legislative-proposals-for-electoral-reforms/

31/10/2025

By Amin Kef (Ranger)

Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has represented His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio at the International Conference on Information Integrity and Independent Media held in Paris, France, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The conference, co-convened by President Emmanuel Macron of France and former President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana, brought together heads of state, Government Ministers and international partners to strengthen global cooperation for information integrity, combat disinformation and promote independent journalism.

Chernor Bah shared the stage with President Macron, President Mahama, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia, Prime Minister Edi Rama of Albania and President Maia Sandu of Moldova in a high-level discussion on global media reform and information freedom. He was accompanied by Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to France, Mohamed Kanja Sesay.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/minister-chernor-bah-shares-stage-with-president-macron-and-global-leaders-at-paris-conference-on-information-integrity/

31/10/2025

The streets of Freetown came alive on Friday October 24, 2025 as Orange Sierra Leone launched its vibrant Soba Kaiba Float Parade, kicking off in grand style from Jui. The colorful procession drew large crowds, filling the atmosphere with music, dance and excitement as the Orange team, brand ambassadors and influencers engaged directly with customers along the route.

The parade, which forms part of Orange’s ongoing Soba Kaiba Promotion, showcased the company’s commitment to customer engagement and community celebration. Energetic performers added to the festive mood while the Orange team educated the public on how to participate in the Soba Kaiba campaign and stand a chance to win fantastic prizes including motorbikes, kekehs, generators, solar kits and other valuable rewards.

Speaking during the parade, Orange representatives encouraged customers to dial *500 # to subscribe for the most affordable call offers and automatically qualify for the weekly and monthly draws.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/orange-sierra-leone-thrills-freetown-with-colorful-soba-kaiba-float-parade-and-exciting-prizes/

31/10/2025

By Amin Kef (Ranger)

Choithram Memorial Hospital in Freetown has once again demonstrated its commitment to improving healthcare delivery in Sierra Leone following the unveiling of a newly donated endoscope machine from Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital in the United Kingdom. The official presentation, held on October 29, 2025, attracted key medical professionals and administrators who hailed the development as a major milestone in advancing diagnostic services in the country.

The event brought together senior medical professionals and administrators, including Chief Administrator of the Choithram Group Harish Agnani; Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr. David Nylander MBE of Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital; Radiologist Dr. Len Gordon-Harris; Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist Dr. Edries A. Tejan; Medical Superintendent Dr. Gowrinath M. George and nurse Fatmata Koroma.

In his remarks, Harish Agnani praised the Endoscopy Unit staff for their dedication and introduced Dr.

https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/choithram-memorial-hospital-enhances-healthcare-delivery-with-cutting-edge-endoscopy-equipment/

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