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First Lady Fatima Bio Elevates Khadison Duwai to International Spotlight—The Bold Move Everyone’s Talking About!
- First Lady Fatima Bio Elevates Khadison Duwai to International Spotlight—The Bold Move Everyone’s Talking About!
In a bold and game-changing move, Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has taken her mission to the United Kingdom, and this time she’s brought rising star Khadison Duwai along for the ride. Recently appointed as the Strategic Communications Coordinator for the First Lady’s office, Khadison is now stepping onto the international stage as a key representative.
Khadison’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From a local digital communications consultant to being handpicked by Dr. Bio to represent Sierra Leone globally, his rise has been meteoric. As both a gospel artist and media professional, Khadison embodies a unique blend of faith and expertise, perfectly positioned to communicate Sierra Leone’s aspirations to the world.
This trip is about more than just appearances. Dr. Fatima Bio has been awarded the *Best First Lady of the Year 2024* at the 9th Annual London Political Summit, and Khadison’s role will be crucial in amplifying this achievement. His communications expertise will help highlight the First Lady’s ongoing work to promote women’s and girls’ rights and strengthen Sierra Leone’s international ties.
Khadison’s presence in the delegation signals a new era for Sierra Leone’s representation on the global stage. With his talent for crafting compelling narratives and his deep-rooted connection to his faith, Khadison is set to be a vital voice in showcasing the country’s progress and potential.
This is more than just a trip—it’s the start of a movement that could reshape Sierra Leone’s global image. And with Khadison Duwai at the heart of it, the future looks brighter than ever.
**Media and Communications Unit
Shocking Move: Sierra Leone to Double Maternity Leave—What It Means for New Mothers!
Hon. Cathrine Zainab Tarawally, Chairperson of the Committee on Gender and Children’s Affairs in Sierra Leone’s Parliament, has announced a plan to extend maternal leave from three to six months. This announcement comes as the country prepares to observe World Breastfeeding Week from August 1 to August 7.
In her statement, Hon. Tarawally highlighted Parliament’s dedication to bolstering support for new mothers. She explained that Sierra Leone is taking steps to align with global practices by enacting the Breast Milk Substitute Act and aiming to extend maternal leave to six months. She also called for stricter regulations to close shops selling harmful baby foods.
Hon. Tarawally encouraged public support for exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months, stressing its importance for infant health.
Similarly, Deputy Minister of Trade, Fatmata Kargbo, expressed support for this initiative, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts with Parliament to advocate for breastfeeding. She advised market women to ensure their infants are breastfed for 20 minutes every two hours for optimal growth and development.
Minister of State at the Vice President’s Office, Manty Tarawallie, addressed the issue of malnutrition, identifying it as a major factor in infant mortality. She emphasized that breastfeeding is vital for boosting immunity, brain development, and emotional bonding.
Liv Elin Indreiten, Deputy Director of UNICEF, praised breastfeeding as a free and effective way to reduce child mortality by 16%. She called for stronger government support for breastfeeding through legislation and improved healthcare services and advocated for workplaces to support extended maternity leave. Indreiten also underscored the importance of community involvement, recognizing that raising a child is a collective effort.
First Lady of Sierra Leone, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, Leads Official Launch of #WeAreEqual Campaign to Abolish Child Marriage and Promote Education at Bintumani Conference Center
for the Official Launch of #WeAreEqual Campaign in Sierra Leone on the theme: Abolish Child Marriage and keep them in Learning.
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