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Africell & NBA Africa Host Junior Basketball Clinic for Over 350 Young Athletes in Freetown.
Africell Sierra Leone, in partnership with NBA Africa, convened more than 350 pupils from primary and junior secondary schools for a two-day junior basketball clinic aimed at developing foundational skills and confidence among young athletes. The clinic, held from Thursday 16 to Friday 17 April 2026 at the National Stadium Basketball Court, Brookfields in Freetown, introduced participants to basic techniques including dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through structu
Apr 182 min read


NEWS FLASH
The Chief Executive Officer of Africell Sierra Leone, Mr. Shadi Gerjawi, is set to officially commission the newly renovated historic Bo Clock Tower this morning in Bo. The renovation project highlights Africell’s continued commitment to preserving Sierra Leone’s cultural heritage and promoting national pride through the restoration of iconic landmarks. The Bo Clock Tower, a significant symbol of the city’s history and identity, has undergone a major facelift aimed at maintai
Apr 11 min read


Africell CEO Commissions Renovated Bo Clock Tower, Reinforcing Commitment to Cultural Heritage.
Bo, Sierra Leone – The Chief Executive Officer of Africell Sierra Leone, Mr. Shadi Gerjawi, has officially commissioned the newly renovated historic Bo Clock Tower, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued investment in community development and cultural preservation. The commissioning ceremony, held in Bo earlier today, drew the presence of local authorities, community stakeholders, and residents who gathered to witness the unveiling of the upgraded landmar
Mar 302 min read


At Media “Chop and Chat”……..Afrimoney Launches Tap 2 Pay Cards
Over 200 media professionals yesterday, Wednesday 25th March 2026 attended the “Chop and Chat” Media Engagement – a flagship corporate event organized by Sierra Leone’s premier mobile money solutions, Afrimoney. The event saw the official launch of Afrimoney’s revolutionary “Tap 2 Pay” card – a new digital payment method that lets people pay for goods and services by simply tapping the cards on a POS terminal. Billed as the largest gathering of media professionals since the b
Mar 252 min read


Africell strengthens community ties through Ramadan outreach and Eid-ul-Fitr support.
Africell Sierra Leone has reaffirmed its commitment to community engagement by supporting thousands of Muslims across the country during this year’s Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations held on March 20, 2026 As worshippers gathered at various prayer grounds nationwide to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan, Africell distributed thousands of bottles of water and date palm fruits, while also providing sound systems to enhance the prayer experience. The initiative formed part of the
Mar 242 min read


Africell Launches 2026 Ramadan Promotion Show with Over Le1 Billion Prize Pool.
Africell Sierra Leone has launched its 2026 Ramadan Promotion Show, titled “Gentri PaLamp,” with a prize pool exceeding Le1 billion in cash and other rewards, as part of its annual Ramadan engagement campaign for subscribers nationwide. The launch took place on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, at Africell’s headquarters in Wilberforce, Freetown. The 2026 edition is positioned as a multi-platform entertainment and reward program combining live television and radio broadcasts, digita
Feb 183 min read


Africell Launches Free Nationwide Radio Call-In Service on World Radio Day.
Africell Sierra Leone, in commemoration of World Radio Day, has launched a nationwide free call-in service for radio stations in Sierra Leone to expand public participation in media discourse, strengthen national communication systems, and deepen civic engagement. The initiative was launched on Friday 13th February, 2026 at Africell’s headquarters in Wilberforce, Freetown, The service allows Africell subscribers to call into participating radio programs at no cost, removing f
Feb 154 min read


Minister of Information Launches Africell Free Call-In Service to Deepen Democracy and Public Engagement.
By: Zacharia Jalloh, Ministry of Information and Civic Education The Minister of Information and Civic Education Chernor Bah has commended Africell for launching a Free Call-In Service for radio stations, describing the initiative as a major investment in democracy, public engagement, and national connectivity. Delivering his Keynote at the official launch ceremony held on the 13th February 2026 at Africell’s Wilberforce office, in observance of the World Radio Day, Minister
Feb 132 min read
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