By Amin Kef Sesay
Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally, a prominent flagbearer aspirant of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), has announced a series of impactful community engagements aimed at fostering national unity, bolstering security and driving grassroots development. The initiatives, set to take place throughout December 2024, highlight his commitment to empowering communities, promoting sustainable development and strengthening bonds across the nation.
In a statement reflecting his vision for Sierra Leone Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally declared:
“I will unite our nation across all levels — Tribes, Regions and Parties. I will secure the life, property and investments of our people. I will mobilize sustainable wealth for our people, placing them at the heart of our national development.”
These words encapsulate his agenda, which revolves around creating tangible development opportunities for Sierra Leoneans, especially those at the grassroots level. The planned engagements underscore his approach to inclusive leadership, which prioritizes community-driven solutions.
Key Activities on the December 2024 Agenda
- December 13, 2024 — Royal Welcome and Launch of the Grassroots Development Foundation: The people of Kafu Bullom Chiefdom, Port Loko District, will host a grand ceremony to formally welcome Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally into the royal fold of the family of Mrs. Zainab Musa Tarawally, daughter of the late Bai Suba Tejan Kamara, a revered Princess of Lokomasama. This symbolic gesture signifies Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s growing acceptance among traditional leaders and influential stakeholders.
On the same day, the Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally Grassroots Development Foundation will be officially launched. The Foundation aims to drive community development, support local enterprises and create opportunities for youth and women empowerment. By fostering inclusive development, the Foundation is expected to play a critical role in advancing socio-economic transformation within Kafu Bullom Chiefdom and beyond.
- December 14, 2024 — Launch of the Kenema District Multipurpose Cooperative Society: The people of Kenema District will launch the Kenema District Multipurpose Cooperative Society under the Grand Chief Patronage of Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally. This initiative seeks to promote cooperative development, stimulate economic growth and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for the local community. The cooperative society is expected to serve as a financial empowerment vehicle, enabling community members to pool resources and access financing for various projects.
- December 15, 2024 — Launch of the Bo District Multipurpose Cooperative Society: Following the success of the Kenema initiative, the Bo District Multipurpose Cooperative Society will be launched under Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s patronage. This initiative mirrors the Kenema model, with a focus on supporting local enterprises and empowering community members. By encouraging cooperative structures, the initiative aims to promote financial inclusion and expand access to resources, enabling community members to collectively achieve economic self-reliance.
- December 21, 2024 — Launch of Multipurpose Cooperative Societies for Market Women: Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally will once again lend his support to market women in the Western Area Rural, Urban and National Market Women’s groups. On this day, these groups will officially launch their Multipurpose Cooperative Societies, with the aim of promoting financial inclusion and supporting women’s entrepreneurial efforts. The initiative will allow market women to access loans, credit facilities and financial tools to expand their businesses. This effort is seen as a significant step toward improving women’s economic empowerment and promoting gender equality in the business sector.
- December 28, 2024 — End-of-Year Celebration with SLPP Oldies Family: Rounding off the year, Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally, together with his family, will host an End-of-Year Celebration for members of the SLPP Oldies family, as well as close friends and supporters. The event will provide an opportunity for reflection, camaraderie and celebration of the milestones achieved throughout the year. The gathering is expected to solidify support within the SLPP’s base as Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally builds momentum toward his flagbearer aspirations.
Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s community engagements demonstrate a clear strategy to strengthen grassroots support and foster a unifying vision for Sierra Leone. By launching cooperative societies and empowerment initiatives, he is addressing the fundamental socio-economic needs of ordinary citizens.
These efforts reflect a broader political strategy that could position him as a formidable contender within the SLPP’s flagbearer race. His approach to uniting stakeholders, empowering communities and promoting development highlights his readiness to lead a transformative agenda.
Through his work with traditional leaders, community groups and market women, Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally is presenting himself as a leader who not only speaks about unity, security and sustainable development but also takes tangible actions to achieve them. His emphasis on community-driven initiatives has the potential to mobilize significant grassroots support ahead of the SLPP’s flagbearer decision process.
With a firm focus on Unity, Security and Sustainable Development, Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s vision stands out as one rooted in inclusivity and empowerment. By bridging divides across tribes, regions and parties, he seeks to create a cohesive national identity, free from political and regional rivalries. His emphasis on securing lives, property and investments signals his commitment to creating a safe and stable environment for businesses and individuals alike.
Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s grassroots development initiatives are not only symbolic but also practical. His strategy of launching cooperative societies is expected to leave a lasting impact on community livelihoods. These societies will create sustainable mechanisms for financial empowerment, particularly for women and youth, who often face barriers in accessing capital.
As the SLPP prepares for its next phase of leadership, Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s grassroots activities have the potential to position him as a formidable candidate. His clear articulation of Sierra Leone’s development agenda and his proven ability to mobilize communities suggest that he is serious about his pursuit of the party’s leadership.
Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s December 2024 engagements are a testament to his commitment to unity, security and sustainable development in Sierra Leone. From launching cooperative societies to empowering market women and uniting communities, his actions reflect his vision for a more inclusive and prosperous nation.
As he continues to galvanize support from traditional rulers, community stakeholders and market groups, Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally’s popularity is expected to grow. His message of unity and development resonates with ordinary citizens, making him a key figure to watch in the SLPP’s flagbearer race.
With a track record of impactful initiatives, Hon. Alhaji Musa Tarawally is positioning himself as a unifying force within the SLPP and a visionary leader for Sierra Leone. His agenda of uniting, securing and empowering citizens signals a transformative approach that could redefine Sierra Leone’s socio-economic landscape.
