Ireland in Sierra Leone

Last call! Applications for the Irish Fellows Programme for the academic year 2026-27 will close this Friday, 25th of July 2025. Please read the eligibility criteria carefully before applying. irishaidfellowships.ie/strands/irelan…

Congratulations to the recipients of the Irish Aid Scholarship 2025/26! Wishing you the best as you travel to Ireland to pursue studies across diverse fields, and build your capacity to contribute to the continued development of #MamaSalone. #irishaid #scholarship #studyinireland

The Africa Agri-Food Development Programme is open for applications! The AADP supports agri-businesses to explore and seize exciting opportunities for partnerships between the Irish and African agri-food sector and contribute to the #SDGs. For info see 👇 gov.ie/en/department-…

Congratulations to Irish & SL dual citizen Tommy Garnett, and the whole team at the Gola-Tiwai complex for their inscription on the list of @UNESCO #WorldHeritage sites, a first for 🇸🇱!

Today, in partnership with PI-CREF, and @hmkpaka we proudly launched the @Glo_PAN report Strengthening Resilience & Enhancing Nutrition in Africa’s Food Systems’. It provides tailored, actionable strategies for 🇸🇱 and is complementary to #FeedSalone #nutrition

🇮🇪🇸🇱 Yesterday, we proudly joined partners in launching the Spotlight Initiative in Sierra Leone, a global EU-UN partnership to end violence against women and girls. Ireland remains committed to advancing gender equality and protecting human rights. #SpotlightInitiative #EndGBV

Applications for the 2026-2027 Ireland Fellows programme are now open! Every year, the Government of Ireland supports Sierra Leonean and Guinean graduates to undertake fully funded masters programmes in Ireland. Find more details and information on how to apply here: 👉…

Congratulations to Sierra Leone and to @julius_maadabio on assuming the ECOWAS Chair. 🇸🇱’s commitment to peace, unity, and prosperity in West Africa will no doubt ensure an impactful tenure in this important role #ECOWAS #SierraLeone #IrelandinSL

We are proud to support the Gboroka Impact Campaign led by African Women and Their Stories (@AWATS_SL). Through art & storytelling, we are raising awareness on FGM, and empowering 10–15 year old school girls to speak out & stay safe from FGM. #EndFGM #Gboroka2025

On #DAC2025, 🇮🇪 stands with partners across Africa in championing children's right to education, protection, and equal opportunities. Through the CoP on #GBV we supported children in 🇸🇱 to speak up on their rights to inclusive quality education, protection from FGM and brighter…

Today on #WorldDayAgainstChildLabour, @IrlEmbFreetown stand committed to protecting every child’s right to education, safety, and a childhood free from exploitation. Together with Sierra Leone and global partners, we stand for a future without child labour. #EndChildLabour…

Representing the Diplomatic Corps the Dean @GERinSalone Ambassador Jens Kraus-Massé together with the Irish Chargé d’Affaires James Brandon had a fruitful exchange with @NRASalone CG Jeneba Kpaka Bangura & team this morning also voicing support for NRA work to increasing revenues

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, Ireland reaffirms its commitment to tackling climate change and promoting environmental sustainability in 🇸🇱 Our Mission Strategy 2024-2028 embeds #ClimateAction across our programmes as we work toward a greener, more resilient future for all.

Yesterday, on #MenstrualHygieneDay, @IrlEmbFreetown, proudly supported @GirlChildNetSL in raising awareness and breaking the silence around menstrual health. This year's theme, "Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld", reminds us that dignity, education & health for every girl…

Today on #MenstrualHygieneDay, we stand with girls and women in Sierra Leone and around the world in breaking the silence and ending period stigma. Together, let's ensure access to safe, affordable menstrual products and dignity for all.

Happy #AfricaDay2025! Today we join our friends across Sierra Leone and the continent in celebrating Africa’s rich heritage, unity, and progress. Ireland is proud to stand in partnership for a more peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable future. #IrelandinSierraLeone #AfricaUnite

10 years ago this week, Ireland made history by becoming the first country in the world to vote in favour of marriage equality in a referendum 🇮🇪 Watch our video on a landmark day in Ireland, when love, respect and equal rights got a resounding ‘YES’ ireland.ie/en/celebrating…