UN Sierra Leone Resident Coordinator Nadia Rasheed delivered remarks today at the commencement of a Defensive Driving and First Aid training program. The four-day training, held at the Sierra Leone Peacekeeping and Law Enforcement Academy, aims to equip 73 UN staff members from various agencies with essential skills to ensure their safety on the road. Ms. Rasheed emphasized the importance of such initiatives, highlighting that the training is crucial for the well-being of all UN personnel operating in Sierra Leone. The program underscores the UN’s commitment to the safety and security of its staff, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle any road-related emergencies. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

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Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, speaks to the DW Africalink Podcast, detailing Sierra Leone’s leadership at the United Nations Security Council. He called for an end to the historic injustice of Africa’s underrepresentation at the Council. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

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Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio joins the country’s Ministry of Health to welcome the MV Global Mercy, the world's largest civilian hospital ship, specially crafted as the first floating hospital for humanitarian efforts, back to Sierra Leone for its second visit. The management of the Ship says this time around, one thousand four hundred individuals will receive free, life-changing surgeries, making a tremendous impact on the community. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

Sierra Leone's Former Financial Secretary, Sahr Jusu raised concerns over the IPAM deal, with regards some financial best practices, that should be addressed before entering into Agreement. Public Relations Officer - Anti Corruption Commission, Sylvanus Blake was speaking on the Agreement between IPAM and FEMA on AYV Wake Up Sierra Leone Programme this morning in Freetown. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV Tv Ch 33, AYV Tv Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa and AYV International.

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"The facts are that, economic issues are not a fly-by-night issues but a process which require lots of sacrifice". Jesmed Suma, Chairman and Leader, National Grand Coalition on AYV Wake Up Sierra Leone programme. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

The heavy downpour last night and in the early hours of this morning, August 26, left the National Revenue Authority’s (NRA) Customs and Immigration posts at Jendema in Sierra Leone all flooded, with properties valued millions of leones destroyed. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

EXCLUSIVE: Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Speaks to RISE* In September 2022, under the leadership of President Bio the UN General Assembly adopted by unanimous consensus a Resolution on Access to Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence. By this Resolution, President Bio ensured that 1.3 billion survivors around the world have gained access to justice. On the margins of the UN Security Council this month, President Bio spoke to RISE on his aspiration to build a global alliance with other nations, multilateral institutions, international partners and other stakeholders to develop and agree on an International Treaty to guarantee access to justice for survivors of sexual violence. Watch the full interview with Amanda Nguyen of RISE. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

Three hours of heavy rains in Makeni city, Northern Sierra Leone has caused serious flooding in some parts of the city, leaving properties valued millions of leones destroyed and many people homeless. Major places like Lower John Street, Molala Road, Magburaka Road, Agriculture Road, Kojo Street, Teko Road, Milton Street, Rogbaneh Road and Savage Square among other are badly affected. The ugly development has been largely blamed on negative effect of climate change and deforestation. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

PRESIDENT BIO CHAIRS UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL DEBATE

SOURCE: Ministry of Information & Civic Education. WATCH VIDEO. Leader of the Opposition in Sierra Leone's Parliament, Hon. Abdul Kargbo has applauded President Dr. Julius Maada Bio's leadership in achieving milestones such as MCC and the UN Security Council seat, as well as IMF and World Bank supports. He said their role as the opposition is to hold the Government accountable and responsible. Hon. Kargbo said: "Parliament's responsibility is to monitor MDAs in implementing the President's vision". He called on the government to promote unity through actions, not just words, to truly reflect the democratic values. CLARIFICATION: AYV wishes to clarify that the video message by the Opposition Leader in Parliament,Hon. Abdul Kargbo was posted on the Ministry of Information’s facebook page and AYV reported the news verbatim from that editorial angle (without any modification or distortion). For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

“I commend the leadership of Parliament, the leaders of Political Parties, and the representatives of Paramount Chiefs for your dedication to conducting the affairs of this legislature with mutual respect and a shared vision. Together, we can work towards a brighter, more peaceful, and prosperous future for Sierra Leone”. Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio while handing over his address on the occasion of the State Opening of the Second Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic of Sierra Leone to the House of Parliament for further discussion. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

“Great anger and violence can never build a nation. I urge you all to work together to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.” Sierra Leone President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio, speaking earlier today in the Well of Parliament on the occasion of the State Opening of the Second Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic of Sierra Leone. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International.

“It is important for us to go outside Sierra Leone to do something and then come back to make a big way in Sierra Leone. I think it helps. For example, since they posted the video on YouTube, Sierra Leone has generated a lot of interest. Now, if I want to be in a Sierra Leonean movie, it will attract the attention from Nigeria to look at it and say yes, this is the guy from this Nigerian movie. It helps a lot.” TikToker, Musician and Actor Peter Komba discussing his new movie and the entertainment industry on the “Wake Up Salone” program this morning. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV TV Ch 33, AYV TV Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa, and AYV International

SIERRA LEONE'S UN PERMANENT REPRESENTATIVE BRIEFS MEDIA ON COUNTRY'S UN SECURITY COUNCIL PRESIDENCY

Ambassador Alice Kanjia, Ex-Housemate of the AYV/Africell Housemates Salone Reality TV Show Season 3, has been honored with an International Award at the 2024 African Youth Empowerment Awards. The Awards was organised by Miss Ebony Ambassadors Pageant UK/I on July 272024, 2024 at the Hilton Hotel in London. Ambassador Kanja was also the International Red Carpet Host, where she interviewed Her Worship the Mayor of Southwark, Niama Ali, who is a passionate advocate for social justice. She welcomed Ambassador Kanja to enjoy her time in Southwark, noting that it is vibrant and multicultural community. She extended invite for her to visit her at any time she visits London. Ambassador Kanja said the first place she visited when she was picked from Heathrow airport, was the Borough of Southwark, which she finds intriguing. She said: "As an International female farmer from Sierra Leone, I saw fresh vegetables/fruits and other foods, such as fresh okra, casava and the leaves. I also saw business opportunities for me to sell my products, especially after spoken to many business owners." Ambassador Kanja interviewed other recipients, guests and awarding body.

Sierra Leone is set to take up the Presidency in the United Nations Security Council on 1st August, 2024. The country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Alhaji Musa Timothy Kabba says this is such a significant development in the history of Sierra Leone. He was speaking on AYV Wake Up Sierra Leone television Programme earlier today. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. For reliable news coverage, updates, and entertainment, stay tuned to AYV Media. More stories: https://www.ayvnews.com ???? AYV Radio 101.7 FM, AYV Tv Ch 33, AYV Tv Ch 34, AYV DStv Ch 399 across Africa and AYV International.