This church was built by the Maroons who arrived in the colony in 1800 as black returnees from Jamaica who were reputed to be accomplished stone masons. It is thought they converted to Christianity through the influence of the Nova Scotians who were already in the Colony. The church erected in 1822, was seen as a determination of the converts to hold on to their new found faith. A small group, the church was nonetheless at the centre for religious and social activities for the people of Maroon Town – which was around the area from Walpole Street to Kingtom. The Maroon Church is among the oldest churches in Sierra Leone. It stands between current day Liverpool Street and Percival Street.
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Tour de Lunsar: A Conversation with its founder – Abdul Karim Kamara aka Stylish
In the heart of Sierra Leone’s growing cycling scene stands Abdul Karim Kamara, better known as Stylish—a visionary, a competitor, and the driving force behind Tour de Lunsar, the country’s premier cycling event. From humble beginnings as a bicycle mechanic in Freetown to founding a race that now attracts both local and international cyclists, Stylish’s […]
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In this exclusive Q&A, Ty Kanu shares his journey, the inspiration behind Africa Waka Waka, and how the resort is shaping Sierra Leone’s tourism landscape while making a lasting impact on the local community. About Ty Kanu Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your journey as a Sierra Leonean in the diaspora? […]
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Our ‘Meat and Greet’ event is back for a second helping…
On December 8, we’re back for Volume 2 of the ‘Meat and Greet’ event, set to be even more spectacular than the first. Get ready to kick back, relax, and enjoy an afternoon of good vibes and great flavors at our BBQ event this Sunday, 8th December! Whether you’re a foodie, a fun-lover, or just looking […]
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