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Business Bomba Competition 2011 – The Grand Finale
May 12th, 2011 | 
Author: I’ve been wanting to post this but I’ve had problems with getting my camera connected with my laptop (lost the lead 
) hence the delay. Nevertheless Business Bomba Phase II 2010/2011 was concluded in a Grand Finale
on the 23rd of April amid much pomp and fanfare at the Miatta Conference Center at the Youyi Building.
As usual, this was a business affair and quite forma. I really must commend AFFORD who organised it as it was the only function connected to the 50th Anniversary that seemed well thought out and organised without any dramas and sob stories, excuses etc…..believe me there were plenty that would make you shake your head! For the sake of my heart, I laugh at most and hope for the better. 
Here’s the serious stuff:
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Nightmare Journey From Lungi To Freetown
This is one of my worst journeys but it’s at par with my journey from Freetown to Lungi by helicopter. Quite frankly, not sure which one was the worst.To date, I thought this necessary trip for everyone travelling abroad was bad but it had to take these 2 trips to show me how abysmal the services really is.
Here’s a Short Summary Of The Journey times:
From Gambia To Lungi :- 58 minutes
Arrival at Lungi: Approx 17.00pm
Arrival at Ecowater Jetty at Lungi: 17.40pm
Take off time from Ecowater Jetty: 19.45pm
Arrival at Ecowater Jetty in Freetown: Approx 20.15pm
Total Journey time from Lungi To Freetown: Approx 2 hours15minutes
This journey was complete hellish experience. I was one of the first people to come, got my ticket to Aberdeen from Ecowater and waited for others to come out. Mind you, after my similar nightmarish experience with the helicopter, I thought it best to go by sea this time. In any case, the helicopter was not available.
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Arik Air In Joint Venture Agreement To Launch Leone Airways
I came across this story and I’m very happy. The more the competition the better for all of us. Let’s hope they have direct flights to London to give BMI a run for their money… and passengers more options to choose from. Read the full story below… (article from businessdailyonline.com)
Here’s The Story
Travellers are in for more choices, as more airlines continue to expand their scope and destinations on both the regional and 
international routes. Last week, Nigeria signed an air pact with Sierra-Leone, with Arik Air entering a joint venture deal with a new airline known as Leon Airways, which is expected to be Sierra-Leonean national carrier when formed.
Although, Nigeria’s Arik Air has been operating flights into Freetown unhindered, the new partnership seeks to strengthen the flight connections on the route, as it will offer more options for travellers.
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Very Excited……See Why!
The road is being tarred! Yes, after months of dust finally, this is a welcome sight! I went out today through Congo Cross and to my delight one side of the road from the Congo bridge had a stretch of black stuff plus later on, I saw the workmen laying down the concrete to separate the dual carriage way.
Downside: camera was not charged 
Whilst we all wish it completed before anniversary, I hope they do an excellent job that lasts and lasts not just for a few years…
Cost Of Living FAST Becoming A BIG Issue
Everyone is complaining about the cost of living in Sierra Leone. Radios and television broadcasts are leading the way in discussing the galloping prices 
of goods and services in Sierra Leone and what can be done about it.
This is happening everywhere across the globe, 
after all, food prices have contributed a great deal to the instability in the Middle East and led to the overthrow of 2 governments in Africa. In England, just yesterday, it was announced, inflation has hit 4%. Truly 4% is child’s play compared to the sort of figures experienced by ordinary day to day person living in Africa. All though, most governments will not admit it, I’m sure we are experiencing something like 20% or more. For instance a sliced loaf of bread was about Le 6000 less than a year ago. Today it’s Le10,000 
Reasons Why Africa/Sierra Leone Is Worst Hit
Some of the reasons why, Africa and therefore Sierra Leone is worst hit is
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2011 – 7 Things On My Wish List For Sierra Leone
Here’s my winge/wish list for 2011 in no order of importance. In fact all of them are important and will go a long way to help improve the general image of Sierra Leone.
#1. Traffic & Bad Driving
I can guarantee you most drivers on the road don’t have any formal driving training. Oh yes they may have a driver’s license but that doesn’t mean they can read signs. I guess one can argue, there aren’t that many signs …nevertheless educated drivers make better drivers. People scratch cars (especially ocadas) drive in the opposite direction on one way street, overtake on the right (inside) instead of left, all sorts.
The worst is when some people decide not to wait in queue during traffic jams just like everyone else, but rather try to overtake on the opposite side of the road. More often than not they meet an oncoming car and a fight ensues making the jam worse etc etc. I can list a catalogue of sins compounded by the point below
#2. Old Cars
These are the greatest causes of traffic EVERRRRR… grrrrhhhhh… 
The roads are being done so we all expect delays but this almost always compounded by a broken down vehicle sitting in the middle of the road somewhere. Suddenly a journey that’s going to take you 30minutes more will now possibly have 1 hour on top! Taxis and poda-podas are the biggest culprits.
I say to the the government, instead of taxing brand new vehicles ridiculous amounts, old cars should be taxed more than new ones so that Freetown does not become the capital of throw-away ready-for- recycling cars which hamper our day to day activities.
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Sierra Leone 50th Independence Anniversary Raffle To Support The Youths of Sierra Leone
Just surfing the net and came across this raffle information. Event is set to take place in Maryland. Here’s the summary :
In connection with Sierra Leone’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations , a raffle will be conducted by the Sierra Leone Future Leaders of the United States to help supports youths in Sierra Leone. According to Mr. Mohamed Kamarainba of Washington DC, it is a worthy project and he is calling on all Sierra Leoneans to patronize the raffle.
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CELEBRATE & SUPPORT SIERRA LEONE YOUTHS
RAFFLE - RAFFLE - RAFFLE
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Celebrating 3 Years In Sierra Leone….
Approximately 3 years ago, yesterday, we arrived to live in Freetown on a permanent basis! WooowwwW! Sooo..oo much has happened since then, I’ve learnt a lot and overall, I’m VERY happy we came. We are all happy including the children and we look forward to a brighter future and a better Sierra Leone.
When we came, we arrived into a dark capital with only few lights dotted around on the hills, today light is available almost 24/7! Now, that’s something! And I’m brimming with hope and excitement.
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