By Mackie M. Jalloh The 13th Edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2026 has once again demonstrated the growing influence of strategic partnerships in addressing some of the most pressing health and social challenges facing developing countries.Held virtually on June 18 and 19, the annual conference brought together an impressive coalition of leaders, […]
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By Mahmud Tim Kargbo Friday, 19 June 2026 Public debates surrounding major investment decisions require more than strong opinions; they require facts, context and a careful understanding of economic principles. The ongoing discussion surrounding Aminata and Sons Sierra Leone Limited’s proposed petroleum storage expansion has attracted national attention because it touches on taxation, government revenue,
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By Mahmud Tim Kargbo Thursday, 18 June 2026 A country’s economic progress is often determined by the strength of the infrastructure that supports its ambitions. Behind every growing economy are systems that ensure businesses can operate, industries can expand and citizens can access essential services without unnecessary disruption. In Sierra Leone, one of the most
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By Mackie M. Jalloh In a world often captivated by dramatic breakthroughs, high profile achievements, and transformative moments, Rasha Kelej, CEO of the Merck Foundation and one of Africa’s leading advocates for health, education, and women’s empowerment, is drawing attention to a different force behind success one that is quieter, less visible, yet remarkably powerful.According
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By Mackie M. Jalloh Across Africa and parts of Asia, conversations around women’s empowerment, healthcare access, girls’ education, and social inclusion are increasingly being shaped by the work of Rasha Kelej, a prominent advocate whose initiatives continue to influence lives at both policy and grassroots levels.As Chief Executive Officer of Merck Foundation and President of
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ECA Executive Secretary calls for bold action “Health is not expenditure; it is investment – in people, in productivity and in prosperity,” said Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), as he opened the High-Level Forum on Sustainable Health Financing, on the margins of the 58th Session of the Conference of
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By Mackie M. Jalloh The Merck Foundation joined forces with several African and Asian First Ladies to commemorate International Women’s Day 2026, highlighting more than a decade of programs focused on empowering women, supporting girls’ education, and addressing critical health challenges affecting women across developing countries.The celebration, which took place in Accra, Ghana on March
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More than three decades after the passing of Sierra Leone’s former President, Major General (Rtd) Joseph Saidu Momoh, his name continues to evoke strong memories of leadership, discipline, and national service. Today, that legacy is finding renewed expression through his sons, George Topps Momoh and J.S. Momoh Jr., who have quietly but firmly stepped forward—not
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By Mackie M. Jalloh A sharp political exchange has erupted between the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) following public statements made by the Director of Communications at State House, Myk Berewa, during an interview on SLIK TV on Monday, 19 January 2026. The dispute, which has since
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By Mackie M. Jalloh Across Freetown, anger is no longer simmering—it is boiling. From Calaba Town to Goderich, from Wellington to Wilberforce, Jui and Waterloo, motorbike riders, keke operators, and private bike owners are united by a single grievance: Shalimar Trading Company’s iron grip on TVS motorbikes and spare parts has turned survival into a
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