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Orange Sierra Leone prepares to expand its network

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Orange Sierra Leone discussed expanding its network coverage, service reliability and investment in digital infrastructure with several public officials. The 12 November talks also covered service accessibility and consumer protection, according to Orange Sierra Leone and the participating authorities.

Orange Sierra Leone discussed expanding its network coverage, service reliability and new investment in digital infrastructure with several public officials on Thursday 12 November 2026. The operator’s delegation was led by its board chairman, Brelotte Ba, and its chief executive officer, Aicha Touré, reports Sierra Loaded.

The talks notably brought together Speaker of Parliament Segepoh Solomon Thomas, Chief Minister David Moinina Sengeh, National Telecommunications Authority Director General Amara Brewah and Minister of Communication, Technology and Innovation Salamata Momonah Bah. Orange Sierra Leone also discussed extending coverage to more communities and strengthening consumer protection, according to Sierra Loaded.

The operator said it would continue cooperating with public institutions and regulators to support innovation, improve connectivity and facilitate access to digital services, reports Sierra Loaded.

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