By Shannon A.L. Scott
The National Communications Authority (NatCA) has on Friday, March 13, 2026, donated food supplies to Muslim and Christian communities in recognition of the holy periods of Ramadan and Lent. The presentation took place at the NatCA Tower in Southridge, IMATT, Freetown.
The event brought together community members and religious leaders who offered prayers for the organization and the nation. NatCA said the initiative forms part of its commitment to social responsibility, unity, and community support during important religious observances.
Speaking at the event, NaTCA Director General, Amara Brewah thanked God for the opportunity to serve the community and emphasized the importance of kindness, generosity, and peaceful coexistence among citizens. He noted that Ramadan and Lent are sacred periods for Muslims and Christians respectively, marked by fasting, prayer, and charitable giving. As an institution, we believe it is important to support our communities and stand in solidarity with them during these important spiritual seasons,” he stated.
NaTCA Deputy Director General, Maama Seiwoh-Koroma presented the food items to several mosques and churches, including Wilberforce Barracks Masjid, Jamatul Ilmo Hill Station, Umar Bun Dathab Mosque, Eacon Masjid Saleem, Lady Star of the Sea Juba, St. Luke’s Wilberforce, St. Paul’s SS Camp, and St. John Paul Grafton. Each institution received supplies including rice, onions, tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable oil, flour, salt, and fish.
Chief Imam Alhaji C.M. Jalloh of the Jamatul Ilmo-Zikre Mosque in Hill Station thanked NatCA for the support, describing it as a strong symbol of unity between Muslims and Christians in Sierra Leone. He noted that the donation would help mosques prepare communal meals for those breaking their fast during Ramadan. “This initiative clearly demonstrates the spirit of unity between Muslims and Christians. In Sierra Leone, we live together peacefully and share in each other’s goodness.” He said.
Rev. Fr. Dr. John Nat Tucker of St. Paul’s Major Seminary, highlighted the importance of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving during Lent, encouraging Christians to support the less fortunate. He explained that the Church has inherited this tradition of caring and sharing, and it continues to uphold these values today. “During the season of Lent, it is part of our Christian tradition to reach out to the most vulnerable members of society,” Rev. Fr. Tucker said. “Those who have more resources are encouraged to open their hearts and share with those who are less fortunate. This spirit of charity he said has been maintained by the Church throughout the centuries.”
Director of Corporate and Industry Affairs Abdul Ben-Foday also expressed appreciation for the initiative, stating that the donation reflects NatCA’s commitment to promoting unity and social harmony across religious communities.
The ceremony concluded with prayers for peace, unity, and national development.
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