In the grand African tradition of storytelling and questioning, curiosity stands as a mighty catalyst- one that does more than just scratch the surface of things. It is the humbling, insatiable force that propels personal transformation, fuels ground-breaking innovation, and weaves the intricate threads of community connection. Curiosity, at its core, is the bold art…

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…

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…

In an inspiring meet and greet organized by Africell Sierra Leone. We had the honour of being among a select group to meet Pelumi Nubi, the remarkable Nigerian woman who drove from London to Lagos. Her sensational journey left us all motivated, sharing invaluable lessons on resilience, resourcefulness, and self-discovery. We couldn’t help but curate…

In a world often dominated by power dynamics and elitist structures, Mariama Wurie emerges as a beacon of authenticity, pluralism and people-power— challenging norms of fear and silence,in her debut independent short film series, Slow Mornings.   A promising learning experience designer and thought leader, Mariama’s work is deeply rooted in her commitment to questioning…

In the heart of Sierra Leone, amidst the vibrant culture and acclaimed resilient spirit, lies a silent war raging against an invisible enemy – substance abuse. It’s a war not just against the physical manifestations of addiction, but against the systemic failings of our human ethos, the erosion of hard work, and the insidious grip…

“Grief is a cruel kind of education. You learn how ungentle mourning can be, how full of anger. You learn how glib condolences can feel. You learn how much grief is about language, the failure of language and the grasping for language” ― Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Notes on Grief We often fail to realize how frequently we…

My earliest recollection of grief was at 5 years old when my grandfather passed away. The adults were very kind to me as they knew how connected I was with him. Grandpa and I had spent hours upon a time, bonding in the kitchen, and he would pick me up from school. If it were…

As we prepare for elections tomorrow in Sierra Leone, tensions are rising and there is an air of anxiety. These extreme emotions and behaviours are associated with nearly every goal defining process for humans and animals alike, in the natural order of things. Our young people are eager and ready to vote in candidates of their…

The cotton tree is truly reflective of our strife We were supposed to care for her as a dear wife Devil-may-care, the lantern parades lighten her up at night We all said we loved her, oh we lied Happy-go-lucky, we pierced her heart with a knife. ♥♥♥ Unreliable protection we offered, we let her leaves…