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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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Travelling to Sierra Leone FAQ
Sierra Leone was recently featured on Time Magazine annual’s list of World’s Greatest Places of 2023, therefore these are answers to some frequently asked questions. Below are some important information as you make way to this beautiful country. 1. Visa You will need a visa to travel to Sierra Leone. Passengers with an ECOWAS passport […]
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This years Inter-Tourism Expo Ghana is Supported by World Bank – Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project. The Minister made this open request to RwandAir, when she was called to present a Mock Cheque to the Organizers of the Inter-Tourism Expo 2022. She saw the need and time to presents Sierra Leone’s RwandAir Routes. Having taking […]
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Must-see Historical Places in Makeni
Makeni is a city located in the Bombali District of Northern Sierra Leone with a whole lot of places for a memorable experience in the city . Here is a list of places to visit if you really want to maximize your stay in Makeni: Makeni Cotton Tree: Located at the heart of the […]
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Three new places you must check out this December!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whether you are already in Sierra Leone or heading that way for Christmas we wanted to highlight three interesting new spots you should check out. As it turns out these are all owned/run by female Sierra Leonean entrepreneurs which wasn’t planned but turned out quite well. Go support![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”136757″ img_size=”large”][vc_column_text]The main objective of this cute […]
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All you need to know to conquer the Western Area’s most challenging hike Picket Hill is not a hill, but the highest mountain in the Western Area Peninsula, the region where Freetown and many of Salone’s finest beaches are located. It is ideal for those who fancy a test of humanity and can keep on […]
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Make the time to visit this Freetown’s beautiful waterfall
When you feel life gets hard, you probably need the thrilling sensation of the Mambo Waterfalls as it washes over you. For in that moment, nothing else matters. On a cold and wet Sunday morning we met at Hamilton Junction at 7:00am to walk the highway leading to Mambo before heading off-road for the hike […]