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On September 27, the U.S. Embassy, in partnership with U.S. contractor Triple Canopy, completed a month-long training for RSLAF personnel on maintaining and operating the military Depot staging facility, a key asset for regional operations.
The program, which included both
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Today, the United States Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and Government of Sierra Leone signed a $480 million compact agreement to strengthen Sierra Leone’s energy sector. U.S. Ambassador Bryan Hunt noted that, “As the impact of any such investment depends on sustained
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Empowering Communities, Promoting Peace in Sierra Leone!
In Bombali District, USAID's People-to-People
(P2P) activity has empowered over 1,000 women and youth through financial literacy and entrepreneurship training. These efforts have led to the formation of up to 250 Village
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For the first time, citizens, and leaders of Karene and Moyamba districts took part in validating their Local Council Development plans, thanks to USAID’s BASE project. This initiative, supported by the U.S. Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development
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USEmbassyFreetown Retweeted
#ScholarshipAlert
: Exceptional undergraduate international students can receive full or partial tuition scholarships with the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship at
@AmericanU
➡️ .
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Attention
#YALINetwork
Entrepreneurs! We’d love to hear from you. Where are you on your entrepreneurial journey? Option 1 - Planning Stage Option 2 - Launching Stage Option 3 - Managing Stage Option 4 - Growing Stage
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The United States’ policy priorities during
#UNGA79
demonstrate how we’re working — together — with partners and allies at the United Nations to address the world’s most challenging issues.
As world leaders meet in New York City this week, we’re focused on driving peace
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USEmbassyFreetown Retweeted
Today I met with
@PresidentBio
and discussed the status of the Agreement on National Unity and implementation of the Electoral Review Committee’s recommendations. We appreciate Sierra Leone’s leadership and partnership in the UNSC and the AU Peace and Security Council.
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Meeting with
@AsstSecStateAF
Molly Phee in Washington D.C.,
@PresidentBio
and Ambassador Hunt engaged on the status of the Agreement on National Unity and implementation of the Electoral Review Committee's recommendations, among other topics.
The United States is committed to
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U.S. Elections Special!
Elections for federal office are held in even- numbered years in the United States. The presidential election is held every four years and takes place on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
Elections for all 435 seats in the U.S. House of
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Why should you be interested in democracy? Your involvement in democracy ensures fresh perspectives, innovative solutions, and a more inclusive society. Read more on Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield and her take on youth involvement in democracy.
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We join Sierra Leoneans in mourning the loss of talented Ballerina, Michaela DePrince. We send condolences to her family.
PC: Ebony Magazine
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It’s International Day of Democracy! Watch Ambassador Bryan Hunt’s remarks commemorating the day. Watch till the end
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A new chapter in U.S.-Sierra Leone security cooperation! The Michigan National Guard and RSLAF launched the State Partnership Program (SPP), focusing on military education, disaster response, and peacekeeping support. Ambassador Hunt called it a major step forward in
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Today, we commemorate Patriot's Day, a solemn occasion that marks the tragic events of September 11, 2001. On this day, we honor the memory of the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93.
We remember the bravery of
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Did you know that individuals who understand the importance of soft skills, especially emotional intelligence, tend to be more effective leaders than those who don't?
Take the YALI Network’s course on “Developing, Mentoring and Supporting Youth Leadership” to learn how you can
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One day until the
#YALI2025
#MandelaFellowship
application closes! You still have time to check out tips and advice on our website before submitting:
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Farewell and best wishes to Michael A. Yambasu, Memuna Tommy, and Oredola V. E. R. Martyn, who are embarking on their Fulbright Master's Scholarship journeys!
Michael will be pursuing his MS in Alternative Energy Technology at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, while
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❗️Visa Appointment Update ❗️
Visa applicants may currently experience technical difficulties with the scheduling and payment site. We are aware of these issues and are working with our partners to resolve them expeditiously. Please exercise patience as we work to provide smooth
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The U.S. Embassy will be closed for official business today September 02 in celebration of Labor Day - U.S. holiday. The Embassy will resume official business tomorrow September 03.
On this day, we wish all United States Government employees at the U.S. Embassy Freetown and
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