Africell and Afrimoney Sierra Leone have provided NLe150,000 in financial support to East End Lions Football Club ahead of the club’s participation in the 2026/2027 CAF Confederation Cup.
The donation was presented on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, as East End Lions intensified preparations to represent Sierra Leone in the continental competition.
Speaking during the presentation ceremony, Afrimoney Chief Executive Officer, Martison Obeng-Agyei, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting sports development and empowering young people across Sierra Leone.
Martison Obeng-Agyei said Afrimoney and Africell recognize sport as an important platform for developing young talent, promoting national unity and enhancing Sierra Leone’s image internationally.
He pledged that both companies would continue supporting East End Lions throughout the competition. He also encouraged the players to remain focused, disciplined and determined as they prepare to represent their club and country on the continental stage.
The presentation was made in the presence of Africell Sierra Leone Chief Executive Officer, Shadi Gerjawi and staff members of Africell and Afrimoney Sierra Leone.
Receiving the donation on behalf of East End Lions, the club’s Secretary-General, Alpha Jalloh Esq., expressed appreciation to Africell and Afrimoney for their continued partnership and contribution to the club’s development.
Alpha Jalloh Esq. explained that the funding would help the club meet some of the major expenses associated with its CAF Confederation Cup campaign, including travel, accommodation, venue arrangements and other logistical requirements.
With the first-leg fixture scheduled to take place in Abidjan and the return leg expected to be played at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium in Liberia, the East End Lions Secretary-General said the support had arrived at a crucial stage of the club’s preparations.
He described the partnership with Africell and Afrimoney as particularly important as East End Lions prepares to compete at a higher level of African club football.
The financial support is expected to strengthen the club’s preparations as East End Lions seeks to make a strong impression in the 2026/2027 CAF Confederation Cup and proudly represent Sierra Leone on the continental stage.
