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Afrimoney Chief Executive Officer Martison Obeng-Agyei speaking at a Freetown launch of the company’s prepaid visa card developed in partnership with Ecobank Sierra Leone

Afrimoney, Ecobank launch prepaid visa card to boost financial inclusion in Sierra Leone

May 29, 2026

Afrimoney and Ecobank Sierra Leone have launched a co-branded prepaid Visa card designed to connect mobile money users to the global financial system. The development is intended to accelerate financial inclusion, expand digital payments, and support Sierra Leone's transition toward a cash-light economy.

Orange unveils plan to drive digital inclusion across Africa and Middle East

April 23, 2026

Orange unveils a five-year strategy to expand digital inclusion, boost 4G/5G networks, grow mobile money services, invest in infrastructure, and empower youth across Africa and the Middle East.

Africell injects $2m to revive state-owned telecom Sierratel

April 21, 2026

The government has announced a major step toward revitalizing Sierra Leone’s moribund state-owned telecommunications company, Sierratel, through a strategic private sector partnership with Africell. Speaking at the government weekly press conference on Tuesday, the Minister of Communication, Technology and Innovation, Salima Monorma Bah, said a 10-year partnership agreement between Sierratel and Africell has been approved...

Orange Money introduces Mastercard to boost digital payments in Sierra Leone

April 1, 2026

Orange Money has introduced a virtual Mastercard designed to connect mobile wallets to global payment networks, enabling users to make online purchases, access international subscriptions, and conduct cashless transactions without a traditional bank card. The innovation marks a major step in advancing financial inclusion and accelerating digital commerce in Sierra Leone’s growing mobile money ecosystem, with strong implications for SMEs, e-commerce, and cross-border payments.

Dr. Walton Ekundayo Gilpin, MD & CEO, RCBank

The story behind RCBank’s acquisition of UTB

December 15, 2025

Rokel Commercial Bank (RCBank) has firmly established itself as one of Sierra Leone’s most respected and trustworthy financial institutions. With a legacy spanning more than a century, the bank continues to lead the nation’s banking sector through innovation, stability, and a strong commitment to financial inclusion and national development. Founded in 1917 as Barclays Bank...

Orange Foundation, UBA partner to reduce maternal deaths in York village

A partnership between Orange Foundation and UBA Foundation has transformed the maternity ward at York community health centre, providing modern delivery equipment and oxygen support to improve maternal healthcare services and encourage more women to seek skilled birth attendance.

Afrimoney, Ecobank launch prepaid visa card to boost financial inclusion in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone begins immigration crackdown June 1

A government task force will begin nationwide inspections on June 1 targeting foreign nationals living and working in Sierra Leone without valid residence and work permits. The move comes as authorities intensify enforcement of immigration laws following the end of a 90-day grace period.

EU Ambassador calls for swift extradition of Dutch cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers

The European Union Ambassador to Sierra Leone has called for the urgent extradition of convicted Dutch drug trafficker Jos Leijdekkers, warning that the high-profile case is damaging Sierra Leone’s international reputation and raising concerns over the country’s commitment to combating transnational organised crime.

West Africa’s economy rebounds to $833 billion in 2026 after losing 35% of GDP in two years

While the region began to recover after 2024, the total GDP of $833 billion in 2026 remains slightly below the $860 billion 2020 level, resulting in a net decline of approximately 3.16% over the full seven-year period.

Orange Foundation, UBA partner to reduce maternal deaths in York village

Afrimoney, Ecobank launch prepaid visa card to boost financial inclusion in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone begins immigration crackdown June 1

EU Ambassador calls for swift extradition of Dutch cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers

West Africa’s economy rebounds to $833 billion in 2026 after losing 35% of GDP in two years

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Orange Foundation, UBA partner to reduce maternal deaths in York village

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