Orange Sierra Leone has announced the winners of the Social Venture Prize (OSVP) in Sierra Leone on August 9, 2024, at the New Brookfields Hotel, Jomo Kenyatta Road, Freetown.

Out of Five national finalists, Abdul Karim Sesay of Emotions by Altruistech won NLe200,000 for his mobile application offering inclusive mental therapeutic solutions through social media platforms while Monica Jackson of Educube won NLe120,000 for her innovative Container Classroom equipped with digital learning tools, designed to bridge the educational divide, especially in rural communities.

This event marked end of the 6th edition of the OSVP competition in Sierra Leone coinciding with the 14th edition of the award across Africa and the Middle East.

In attendance were prominent figures including Orange SL CEO, Sekou Amadou Bah, Minister of Youth Affairs Mohamed Orman Bangura and the Ministry of Communication, Technology, and Innovation’s Communications Director Kumba Musa, representing Minister Salima Monorma Bah. Also in attendance were the Chief Executive Officer of Innovation Sierra Leone, Francis Stevens George and other distinguished guests.

During her welcome speech, Madam Finnah Stevens, Manager of the Orange Foundation, emphasized the OSVP as a transformative platform. She encouraged the attendees to seize the opportunities it presents and to stay receptive to the remarkable potential that lies ahead.

Orange Sierra Leone CEO, Sekou Amadou Bah emphasized the company’s dedication to supporting young innovators and entrepreneurs. He highlighted the OSVP as an investment fund that provides funding, mentorship, and opportunities for business expansion across 17 regions in Africa and the Middle East.