For many, community service begins with a desire to give back. But for Sorie Bangura, his journey with World Hope International became something much deeper a personal transformation shaped by personal experience, purpose, humility, and lasting impact. Sorie’s journey begins with his own personal experience growing up in the provinces of Sierra Leone as a…

Gratitude often wears the halo of positivity and healing, but beneath its gleaming surface lies a complex truth: gratitude can sometimes mask pain rather than heal it. The prevalent advice to “just be grateful” can inadvertently silence our valid struggles, as if expressing pain or striving for more were somehow ungrateful. When gratitude morphs into…

On the 29th July 2025, something special bloomed in the heart of Sierra Leone. Plantmamasl, a homegrown wellness and nature-based initiative, hosted the very first Unplug and Sprout. A one-of-a-kind garden-themed retreat for pre/teens. The idea was simple but powerful: step away from screens, step into nature, and grow from the inside out. It is…

There is a moment in everyone’s life when time stands still. When Niema DiGrazia first learned the Food Network was scouting her for Beat Bobby Flay, her world stopped and spiralled into joyful scenes. She was in an airport, scrolling through her phone, convinced at first the email had to be a scam. When the…

It was the kind of Freetown morning that slows your heartbeat, surprisingly clear skies stretching endlessly over the Atlantic, and a breeze that whispered of new beginnings. On July 25th, 2025, at the New Brookfield Hotel, a quietly historic moment unfolded. Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, launched the Uterine Health Fund (UHF)….

When we hear the word legacy, it is easy to think only of career achievements, titles, and awards: the visible milestones that seem to define success. Yet, legacy is much more than that. It embodies the values we live by and the impact we have on the people around us and the world beyond. While…

In a world whisked along by the relentless current of technology and fleeting trends, it can seem rare to find young people lost in the pages of books or the world of their own written words. And yet, sometimes, great stories start quietly, nurtured by family, sharpened by curiosity, and eventually, bursting forth in ways…

Daniella Boima Garrick ,Miss Albinism Africa 2025 . She stands tall and hopeful in a world that too often struggles to embrace difference. Her story is not just about overcoming obstacles; it is about daring to exist boldly, to illuminate what too many keep in the shadows. Growing up in Sierra Leone, Daniella remembers how…

We are proud to share this insightful piece by Isatu Harrison, showcasing the ground-breaking moment when IZELIA fabrics, rooted in Sierra Leone’s rich tradition of gara (tie-dye), graced the cover of Africa Travel & Life’s premier issue. This feature not only honours the artistry and innovation of IZELIA and others but also shines a spotlight…

On the radiant morning of July 11th, 2025, the TWPF Hospital Complex at Murray Town, Freetown, buzzed with anticipation and hope. The turnout was nothing short of remarkable: health professionals, government dignitaries, community leaders, students, mothers, and fathers gathered, united by a single vision: to witness the official launch of The Woman’s Place Foundation (TWPF)….