As part of upholding their diversity and inclusivity values, the United  States Embassy in Freetown has spent the final Friday of Eid with members of  Calaba Town, and donating foodstuffs to help all residents of the community celebrate this special time.

As President Biden said in his statement this year for Eid stated that “The Holy Qur’an urges people to stand firmly for justice and reminds us that we were created as nations and tribes so that we may get to know one another.”

Meanwhile, Secretary Blinken of the United States recently extends a congratulatory Independence message to the people of Sierra Leone
“On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Sierra Leone as you celebrate the 61st anniversary of your independence.
The relationship between Sierra Leone and the United States is long-standing and built on shared values. We remain dedicated to working together to improve public health, facilitate regional peace and stability, and support inclusive economic development. We are committed to partnering with Sierra Leone to strengthen democracy and uphold democratic norms, both in our home countries and around the world, for the benefit and security of all of our citizens.

The United States has been Partnering with  Sierra Leone in many developmental activities. Sierra Leone has recently benefited from over 2,000 Covid-19 Vaccines from the US Government.