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By: Alusine Rehme Wilson Communities in Bombali District are applauding the Sierra Leone Red Cross Society (SLRCS) for its ongoing Saving Lives and Livelihoods (SLL) pilot project, which is already showing positive results in improving child health and vaccine uptake just four months after its launch. The SLL initiative, which began in April this year, is being rolled out in ten districts across the country. In Bombali, it targets hard-to-reach communities like Masongbo and Panlap, where it focuses on strengthening routine immunization, building trust in health systems, and supporting lactating mothers and caregivers. Local residents say the program is beginning to transform their communities and helping to rebuild trust in health. During a recent community dialogue session, Bombali Red Cross Branch Manager, Mohamed Chernor Sesay, emphasized that the project is helping bridge the gap between clinics and families who had previously been hesitant to vaccinate their children. He said: “Ma...

By: Alimamy Mamoud Larkoh, Assistant Public Relations Officer, EBKUST The Ernest Bai Koroma University of Science and Technology (EBKUST) Union of Academic Staff Associations (UASA) has successfully completed a smooth transition in leadership, as Dr. Brima Gegbeh officially passed the mantle of presidency to Mr. James Saysay Kanu. In his farewell message, Dr. Gegbeh thanked members for their unwavering support throughout his term. He emphasized the importance of remaining dedicated to the association's mission and goals, and he encouraged everyone to rally behind the new president to ensure continued progress. During his inaugural speech, Mr. Saysay Kanu expressed sincere gratitude to his predecessor, the Secretary-General, and the outgoing executive team for their meaningful contributions and lasting impact on the association. He remarked, “Today, we are proudly adding another milestone to the history of our esteemed and dynamic association, which plays a vital role in the nation’...