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Susan’s Bay care centre to open soon in Freetown

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The new Susan’s Bay care centre in Freetown is due to open in the coming weeks after a visit by a UN delegation and Sierra Leonean officials. Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr says the facility will strengthen support for families and recognise the work of caregivers.

Freetown Mayor, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, presented representatives of the United Nations and Sierra Leone’s minister responsible for Gender and Children’s Affairs with an update on the Susan’s Bay Care Block project, aimed in particular at supporting caregivers and families. The newly constructed building was visited on Sunday 8 November, according to Sierra Loaded.

Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr said the building should open in the coming weeks. She also highlighted efforts in Susan’s Bay to recognise the work of caregivers and create opportunities for women and families, according to Sierra Loaded.

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