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BSI MAKES DOING BUSINESS EASIER IN SIERRA LEONE
BSI is Sierra Leone’s leading premiere serviced and virtual office provider. As Sierra Leone opens its gateways to foreign investments, there is a vast need for business service to be offered that accommodates the needs of any potential business person that wants to set up his/her operation in a professional setting. Potential Investors and new (small) businesses may want to test the waters as they set up their operations by temporarily outsourcing office operations/location. This minimizes their overhead costs through the use of a fully-fledged office environment. It will provide all the professional services needed to run a business operation in a confidential manner and still have the look and…
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THE 5 LEADERSHIP QUALITIES NEEDED TO ADVANCE YOUR CAREER
Are you feeling stuck in the same place? Unable to attain the jobs that you desire or seek the positions that will propel you into the future, do not be discouraged a lot of CEO’s and aspiring leaders are just like you! A lot of people are constantly searching for the recipe to growth and success in the workplace and beyond, paradoxically all we need is a new take on leadership. We need an evolution on leadership that will bring forth leaders who are not content to be known but who are producers, problem solvers, innovators, social change enthusiasts and empaths. Leadership is an action, not a position – Donald McGannon…
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CHEERS TO 5 YEARS- THE MAKING OF POWER WOMEN 232
Thank you for growing from strength to strength, and for demonstrating excellence. Let me break down my definition of excellence. From the outside, I see that you share leadership with rotating chair positions; I see that you give one another the opportunity to shine by handing the mic over and spotlighting the greatness of each individual in the collective, I see that you hold leadership retreats; I see that you stand by one another. In each of these instances, I witness the work it takes to move the collective together – forward as one. From the outside, it is delightful to watch because you show us that it is possible.…
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YOUR COMMUNITY’S WELL BEING -SHOULD BE CLOSE TO YOUR HEART AND CLOSE TO YOUR HOME
It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver -Mahatma Ghandi More than 90% of the estimated 300–500 million malaria cases that occur worldwide every year are in Africans, mainly in children under five years of age, but most countries are moving towards better treatment policies. In a bid to chase our dreams or fend for our daily bread we end up ignoring our most valuable asset which is our health and wellness. A few decades ago, health care used to be a priority for most people even in local communities. In some cases this was triggered by informal health leaders and elders who…
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WATER TRANSPORTATION BOOSTS ENTREPRENURIAL OPPORTUNITIES IN LAGOS STATE
Lagos State is a cosmopolitan maze of lagoons and creeks in a geographical space that hosts over nine million people. There is great hustle and bustle, Lagos state, being the heart beat of Nigeria, with scores of people using the traditional means of transport. The state‘s thriving commercial gains are stifled by traffic woes, polluted clouds and exhausted passengers; perhaps this being the reason behind the State’s renewed commitment towards water transportation.It is estimated that 100,000 people will be transported on water daily across 32 rounds; this has created a new urgency in terms of the need for boats and ferries that will meet quality standards and efficiency! The Lagos…
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MOKATE ASHU SHARES HIS FORMULA FOR INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN AFRICA
My dream is to see an innovative, entrepreneurial, united and transformed Africa. When innovation becomes the bedrock of your beliefs, designing new products and processes turns into a pattern. Mokate Ashu is on the course of raising a new generation of African Kings and Queens who through innovation and entrepreneurship, will re-brand Africa to the world. Being a self taught social engineer, he has ventured into projects and business development. Many people find his approach- disruptive. This humanitarian is giving back to his community through Global Entrepreneurship Corps: a social enterprise. Founded in 2015, to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and job creation. They are positioned to create enabling entrepreneurial ecosystems through…
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WAHEED AWONUGA: FINDING THE BALANCE BETWEEN HEALTHCARE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Most often than not, people are awed when they learn that Waheed Awonuga is not just an accomplished medical doctor, but an entrepreneur in his own right. This is understandable, because a profession in medicine is a life-time responsibility that demands your all. On the flip side, an entrepreneur is someone who embodies dedication and risk-taking. In short, a profession in any of these careers requires an entirety of self, that just a few are able to give. However it seems Waheed has managed to crack a hidden code and has found that delicate balance in practicing in both fields. His professional life serves as a testament to this. He attributes…
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FASHION AND CULTURE- A SPOTLIGHT ON JUSTIN SHEMA
Justin Shema describes himself as a deeply creative and courageous being. He is a product of love; growing up in an affectionate family has taught him how to cherish relationships. He thrives around people and enjoys great music. Having six sisters spurred him into a dynamic growth, making him a person who is open to varied perspectives. Born in Kigali, Rwanda- fondly called the ‘land of a thousand hills’. He describes it vividly: it is an impeccably beautiful country; dotted with fascinating savannah, undulating hills and deep valleys, abundant wildlife and natural aesthetics. SHEMA is a young passionate client support communication specialist who currently works as a customer care executive…
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MARGARET CASSELL : THE WARRIOR PRINCESS
Margaret Cassell was born in Cassell Farm, Western Urban – Sierra Leone. She is a university graduate from N’Jala University, Bachelor of Science in Home economics and community development. Margaret is a model with a cause; she is the second runner up to Miss West Africa, Sierra Leone. A few weeks ago she aspired for The Miss Sierra Leone title with a singular goal: to raise awareness about sickle cell on a national level. Known to many as the ‘Warrior Princess’ – She knows what it means to stand up and be different. Her most recent pageant landed her right where she had…
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THIS IS AFRICA- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE PLANNING YOUR TRIP
Each year, thousands of people visit Africa for many reasons. Some visit as tourists, experts, volunteers or for business purposes. How these people interpret their experiences in Africa sometimes serves as representing images to their friends, family, or colleagues. I often read disappointing blogs or watch YouTube videos that don’t sit well with me. If you are looking to visit Africa and have a wonderful time here, I have put together a few tips to help you achieve that. I left Africa as a teenager about 16 years ago and this is my first return. I came back to use the knowledge and skills that I have gain in the…
