March 21, 2025

In August 2024, Freetown City Council took a bold step in environmental protection by demolishing structures built on illegally reclaimed land at Kroo Bay Community. This waste-created land had been a major source of pollution, threatening the ocean and nearby beaches whilst exposing Kroo Bay residents to increased flooding risks. As part of our continued

I am honored that Eugenia Kargbo (Africa’s First Chief Heat Officer) and I have been jointly recognized by National Geographic as being among “33 extraordinary individuals whose visionary ideas and relentless efforts are making a global impact”. “National Geographic 33” celebrates innovators and icons considered to be reshaping the world—whether by protecting our environment, advocating