By Foday Moriba Conteh
Chief Executive Officer of Orange Sierra Leone, Aïcha Touré, visited the Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, to reaffirm the company’s unwavering commitment to advancing digital connectivity and inclusive growth nationwide.
The high-level engagement underscored Orange Sierra Leone’s strategic focus on expanding telecommunications infrastructure and strengthening its partnership with Government to accelerate national development. During the meeting, Madam Aïcha Touré assured the Vice President of the company’s continued investment in broadening network coverage, improving service quality and deploying innovative digital solutions aimed at enhancing customer experience and bridging the connectivity gap across urban and rural communities.
She emphasized that telecommunications remains a critical driver of socio-economic transformation, noting that increased access to reliable digital services supports financial inclusion, stimulates entrepreneurship, enhances educational opportunities and empowers young people with tools to compete in a rapidly evolving global economy.
In his response, Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh welcomed the visit and commended Orange Sierra Leone for its sustained contributions to the country’s digital ecosystem. He reiterated Government’s commitment to creating an enabling environment that supports private sector growth, particularly in the technology and telecommunications sectors, which he described as pivotal to Sierra Leone’s long-term development agenda.
The Vice President further encouraged deeper collaboration between Orange and relevant state institutions to ensure that digital expansion efforts align with national priorities, including improved service delivery, innovation and equitable access to technology for underserved communities.
The meeting highlighted the importance of strong public-private partnerships in strengthening digital infrastructure and unlocking new economic opportunities. Both parties expressed optimism about continued cooperation aimed at expanding access to affordable and reliable telecommunications services across the country.
Orange Sierra Leone reaffirmed its dedication to connecting communities, empowering businesses and delivering cutting-edge services that improve lives and contribute meaningfully to Sierra Leone’s inclusive growth and digital transformation journey.
