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Conteh Industries featured on Saidu Paul Show
Aurora Impact

Conteh Industries featured on Saidu Paul Show

In a recent interview on the Saidu Paul Show on AYV, Bai Conteh — founder of Brook Clean Soap and one of our standout Startup Accelerator participants — shar…

14 Jul 20252 min
From Intern to Staff: Abigail Conteh’s Journey at Aurora Foundation
Aurora Team

From Intern to Staff: Abigail Conteh’s Journey at Aurora Foundation

Aurora Foundation is pleased to share the story of Abigail Conteh, who has recently started a new role as Junior Communications Officer.

7 Jul 20252 min
Sweet Salone - Impact Assessment 2024
Sweet Salone

Sweet Salone - Impact Assessment 2024

We are excited to present the impact assessment of Sweet Salone for the year 2024. This year marks a continued step forward in our mission to empower local a…

1 Jul 20252 min
Salamatu’s Inspiring Journey: Building a Successful Business with Support from ILO Opportinuty Salone
Aurora Impact

Salamatu’s Inspiring Journey: Building a Successful Business with Support from ILO Opportinuty Salone

Located within Portloko district, Salamatu Thullah began her journey with a vision rooted in her community. As the founder of Dimdin Agro Company, she specia…

26 Jun 20252 min
Startup Accelerator Program: Turning Ideas Into Action at Our 4th In-Class Session
Aurora Impact

Startup Accelerator Program: Turning Ideas Into Action at Our 4th In-Class Session

At Aurora Foundation, we believe every great business starts with a clear vision and a solid plan. On June 17, 2025, our vibrant community of entrepreneurs g…

23 Jun 20252 min
From Fresh Produce to Organic Solutions: Alimamy Bangura’s Business Journey with ILO Opportunity Salone
Aurora Impact

From Fresh Produce to Organic Solutions: Alimamy Bangura’s Business Journey with ILO Opportunity Salone

In the bustling town of Lunsar, Port Loko, Alimamy Bangura co-founder of Bokatala Investment. a business rooted in a simple yet powerful idea: buying and sel…

18 Jun 20252 min
From Soap Bowls to Production Lines: Bai Conteh’s Remarkable Journey through ILO Opportunity Salone
Aurora Impact

From Soap Bowls to Production Lines: Bai Conteh’s Remarkable Journey through ILO Opportunity Salone

In 2018, in the quiet town of Lungi, Bai Conteh first acquired the basic knowledge of soap-making. What began as a modest skill learned out of curiosity soon…

12 Jun 20252 min
Startup Accelerator Program Session 3: Empowering SMEs with Financial Management Skills
Aurora Impact

Startup Accelerator Program Session 3: Empowering SMEs with Financial Management Skills

On June 3rd , our third in-class session of this year’s Startup Accelerator Program was held at the Aurora House Training Center —a day that proved to be bot…

9 Jun 20252 min
Spotlight on Morrison Jusu – A Visionary in Collage Art
Creative Support

Spotlight on Morrison Jusu – A Visionary in Collage Art

At Aurora Foundation, we are proud to support and celebrate Sierra Leonean talent that pushes the boundaries of creativity and resourcefulness.

3 Jun 20251 min
Aurora Foundation Provides Youth with Practical AI Training
Aurora Impact

Aurora Foundation Provides Youth with Practical AI Training

From May 12th to 23rd, 2025, Aurora Foundation proudly hosted an engaging and eye-opening Artificial Intelligence Training at our office in Freetown.

24 May 20252 min
Startup Accelerator Program: Second In-Class Session Recap
Aurora Impact

Startup Accelerator Program: Second In-Class Session Recap

Aurora Foundation’s Startup Accelerator Program continues to make strong progress as we wrapped up our second in-class session on May 20, 2025.

21 May 20251 min
The Inspiring Journey of Baindu Amara from Lumely arts and Crafts Market
Sweet Salone

The Inspiring Journey of Baindu Amara from Lumely arts and Crafts Market

At Aurora Foundation, our Sweet Salone project has long been committed to nurturing the incredible talents within Sierra Leone’s artisan communities.

13 May 20252 min