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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Budapest-Bamako Rally 2024 is gearing up for not one, but two exciting events this year where travellers and thrill-seekers will have the opportunity to embark on the ultimate road journey from Hungary’s historic city, starting on January 26 and February 16, and heading to the breathtaking scenes of Sierra Leone on February 12 and […]
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The Attiéké Chronicles – Three places to buy this delicious dish in Freetown
In the spirit of exploration (strictly for research purposes, of course), we set out to explore three restaurants renowned for their take on this delectable dish. Let’s dive into our findings.
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FRESH SALONE: Sierra Leone’s agricultural gem
Located in Kobbaya, Kaffu Bollum Chiefdom, in the Port Loko district, the business has been in operation for about a decade and is looking forward to exporting their produce to the international market.
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From Conservation and Preservation and Eco-Tourism to Renewable Energy Initiatives, investing green can support sustainable tourism development. To commemorate today and in line with the theme we are highlighting five female led companies in the green investment and renewable energy space.
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Going Cashless with Monime: A Game-Changer for Sierra Leonean Businesses
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As a business owner operating in Sierra Leone, I have frequently grappled with the challenge of sourcing effective payment solutions for our operations, particularly when it comes to facilitating transactions for our domestic activities. When it comes to international payments, we have the option of relying on bank transfers or credit card payments. However, when […]
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Embarking on an Enriching Gambian Adventure
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On the 26th of June, just days after fulfilling our democratic duties, VSL embarked on its second outbound tour, taking a group of 12 to explore the wonders of The Gambia. While some in the group were visiting the destination for the first time, for all of us, this was a chance to truly embrace […]
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From Culinary Passion to Enchanting Hospitality: The Kona Experience Unveiled
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to The Kona, where a profound love for outstanding food and the determination to transcend ordinary customer service have converged to create an extraordinary dining haven. Join us as we delve into the captivating tale behind The Kona’s inception, driven by a passionate quest to redefine taste and hospitality. Through this blog post, you’ll […]
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Gara Tie-Dye: A Hidden Gem of Sierra Leone’s Cultural Tapestry
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Despite the frequent use of certain items, we often remain oblivious to their rich history. Thus, today, we’re highlighting some interesting facts about the popular fabric Gara and its use in Sierra Leone: The inception of Gara tie-dying can be traced back to Makeni, a vibrant city nestled in Sierra Leone. Gara tie-dying is not […]
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AfriCaribbean Festival Signs Partnership With Air Senegal for Festival 2023 in Sierra Leone
Article by By Lawrence Williams for Fritong Post The AfriCaribbean Festival announced on Monday the signing of a partnership with Air Senegal as the official airline of its annual festival held in Freetown. Through this partnership, Air Senegal will offer cheaper round-trip flights to festival attendees from New York, Paris, and Milan for the next […]
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VSL TRAVEL’s CEO Abimbola Carrol has signed a contract with the non-governmental organisation Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion (HI), to support the creation and marketing of an agro-tourism product in partnership with the Network of HIV Positives in Sierra Leone (NETHIPS). The project will run for two years and will include setting up the […]