By Millicent Senava Mannah
The Sierra Leone Brewery Limited (SLBL), the country’s leading manufacturer of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages which majority of its esteemed customers have praised for their rich contents, has on the 22nd December 2021 held it’s Long Service Awards Ceremony to recognize employees that have served the Brewery dedicatedly for 10, 15 and 20 years.
During the ceremony, the following employees were meritoriously awarded: Onesimus Abioseh Thompson who has served the company for 20 years, Frederick Mansaray and John Taylor serving the company for 15 years respectively, Khalil Kamara and Lamini Amadu Bereteh for serving for 10 years.
Speaking during the ceremony, the Human Resource Manager, Madam Humu Kamara, stated that she felt gratified and privileged to award certificates and cash donations to 5 of the company’s employees whom she referred to as pivotal in enhancing progression and delivery at SLBL.
She maintained that the tradition of recognizing the good service that their employees are giving to the company is particularly a motivating factor and should be a stepping stone for continued service.
Madam Humu stated that those who received various awards will join others before them to set bright examples to those who are yet to receive Long Service Awards.
She expressed gratitude for all their contributions to the company stating how they are very proud to celebrate such a milestone together with them and their loved ones.
“We would also like to recognize the support of the spouses and family members of our celebrated employees today, who without doubt have immensely contributed in their own way to make sure that the awardees could give their best in their various roles within the company,” she maintained also extending thanks to them.
Speaking to one of the Awardees, Khalil Kamara, he expressed his sincere thanks and appreciation to the company for recognizing his hard work and years of service.
He further encouraged those who are yet to receive Long Service Awards to continue to work hard and be dedicated towards the progress of the company as it pays.