Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs & Agencies hold Coastal Community Engagements at Lakka and Number 2 Beach
Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Tunis has led a delegation comprising senior management and staff of the Ministry and its agencies to Lakka and Number 2 beach respectively. The visit aimed at establishing partnerships with coastal communities to ensure sustainable environmental practices for the protection of prime touristic beaches and keeping the environment […]
Record 4,206 Tourists Engage with Sierra Leone Stand at Fitur, Ifema Madrid
22nd – 26th January, 2025- Madrid, Spain tourismforall.tourismsierraleone.com tourism.gov.sl It was a very successful international trade show appearance by Sierra Leone’s tourism sector at Fitur, Ifema Madrid in Spain, where an unprecedented 4,206 tourists flocked the country’s “Explore Freedom” stand expressing firm interest to visit Sierra Leone, marking a significant landmark in the nation’s tourism […]
Hon. Nabeela Tunis leads Inspection to Key SLeDEP Projects, Ensuring Progress Toward Sierra Leone’s Tourism Growth
On Friday, January 24, 2025, Hon. Nabeela Farida Tunis, Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, conducted her first inspection of the year at several SLeDEP-funded construction sites, including Leicester Peak, Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, and Bureh Town Community. Her regular visits to these sites serve to boost contractor efficiency, motivating them to intensify efforts in line […]
Day 2 Update at Fitur, Ifema Madrid, Spain
The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, National Tourist Board, Monument and Relics Commission alongside tourism private sector players continued the aggressive marketing of destination Sierra Leone at Fitur, Ifema Madrid international tourism exhibition in Spain. Day two of this showpiece trade fair featured high level business meetings involving sector professionals of the Ministry and […]
DESTINATION SIERRA LEONE AT FITUR, IFEMA MADRID, SPAIN
Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and the National Tourist Board begin 2025 Fitur, International Tourism Exhibition with compelling presence poised to attract global tourism players, Travel Agencies to Sierra Leone Explore Freedom Booth. Business to business meetings, destination marketing and Cultural showcase are among key activities to be undertaken during this five days International […]
Sierra Leone’s Tourism Sector attracts Heightened International Interest at Fitur, Ifema Madrid
In its relentless marketing and rebranding efforts, Sierra Leone”s tourism sector spearheaded by the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and the National Tourist Board have at this year’s Fitur International Trade Fair attracted global tourism players, travel agencies and tours operators to the country’s Explore Freedom Booth, signifying the authenticity of the destination and […]
Ecotourism Spotlight- Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary features among 35 of the best ethical escapes, romantic retreats and soulful sojourns on VACATIONS & TRAVEL
The recognition is in line with the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs focus for 2025, dubbed the Year of Ecotourism. Tacugama Chimpanzee Sancturay is a key partner of the Ministry and will continue to be as the Ministry, its agencies and allies embarked on a nationwide Ecotourism drive in 2025.https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=445848595267115&set=pb.100095259356375.-2207520000
Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs Leads Delegation to the Sierra Leone Railway Museum
Today, 9th January, 2025, a delegation from the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, the Monument and Relics Commission, and the National Museum visited the Sierra Leone Railway Museum. The delegation was led by the Honorable Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Mrs. Nabeela Farida Tunis, and included the Deputy Minister, Kadijatu Grace Kamara, Director […]
A fresh chapter in Sierra Leone’s tourism development has begun with the “Year of Ecotourism, 2025 “ campaign, led by Minister Nabeela Farida Tunis
6th & 7th January, 2025- Ministry’s Kingharman Road Headquarters This initiative conceived by her, represents a bold step toward promoting sustainable tourism practices that safeguard the nation’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. It reflects a commitment to ensuring that tourism serves as a tool for conservation, community empowerment, and economic growth. To consolidate last year’s […]
Yesterday, 20th December, 2024, the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs Mrs Nabeela Tunis joined fellow Sierra Leoneans in bidding farewell to the legendary cultural icon, Lansana Sheriff, affectionately known as Steady Bongo.
On behalf of the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, and its agencies she extended heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family and to the nation at large. She noted that Steady Bongo’s immense contributions in promoting Sierra Leone’s rich culture and advancing its global presence through music and artistry will forever be etched in our […]
