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In a profound demonstration of corporate social responsibility and religious harmony, Orange Sierra Leone has distributed assorted food items to eight churches across Freetown, Port Loko, Lungi, and Bombali in observance of the Christian Lent season.
The gesture, which has become an annual tradition for the telecommunications giant, reflects Orange Sierra Leone’s commitment to community support and religious inclusivity during significant religious periods. The donation was made to a diverse selection of churches, including Catholic, Protestant, and Evangelical denominations, aiming to reach as many congregants as possible with essential food supplies during this period of fasting, prayer, and reflection.
Speaking during a presentation ceremony at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Syke Street in Freetown, Orange Sierra Leone’s Director of Procurement and Supply Chain, Edward Sesay, highlighted the importance of generosity during Lent. He emphasized that Orange respects and upholds religious tolerance, noting that similar gestures have been extended to Muslim communities during their own holy observances.
“In this season where Christians deepen their spiritual connection, it is also a time for us to express kindness and share with others,” Mr. Sesay stated. “At Orange, we believe in extending love and compassion to all faiths. Supporting our Christian brothers and sisters during Lent is part of our broader commitment to community development and inclusion.”
Receiving the donation on behalf of the parish priest, Father Conteh expressed heartfelt appreciation to Orange Sierra Leone for selecting St. Anthony Catholic Church as a beneficiary. He remarked that the donated food items would strengthen the parish’s charitable outreach and support their pastoral mission during Lent.
“Generosity is central to our faith, and today Orange has exemplified that,” Father Conteh said. “These items will not only serve our members but also enable us to assist others in need.”
The full list of churches that benefited from the donation includes:
Mountain of the Lord’s Temple – Aberdeen, Freetown
Jordan WAM Church – Murray Town, Freetown
St. Anthony Catholic Church – Syke Street, Freetown
Our Lady of the Sea – Juba Hill, Freetown
St. Peter’s the Rock Parish – Mission Road, Calabatown, Freetown
Deeper Life Bible Church – Kaningo, Freetown
St. Joseph Catholic Church – Masoila, Lungi
Wesleyan Church of Sierra Leone – Rogbanneh Road, Makeni
All recipient churches warmly received the donations, which ranged from rice and cooking oil to other essential food items. The company reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to connecting with communities through acts of kindness, particularly during holy seasons.
Orange Sierra Leone’s annual Lent food donation campaign is part of its broader strategy to strengthen community ties, promote goodwill, and support vulnerable populations. It serves as a reminder that the spirit of Lent—giving, sharing, and empathy—can be embodied through practical actions that touch lives.
“Orange is here. Orange dae ya. Sharing with you always,” the company reaffirmed, vowing to continue creating impact through meaningful community engagement.
By bridging faith and corporate citizenship, Orange Sierra Leone continues to foster unity and care, reminding the nation that during Lent—and beyond—generosity matters.
