His Excellency, Governor Nigel Phillips CBE, is scheduled to leave St Helena on Saturday, December 21, 2024. The Governor will be on a two-week leave and plans to return to the island on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
During Governor Phillips’ absence, Stephen Thwaites, Development Attaché, will assume the role of Acting Governor until his return.
For more updates and information about the local government activities, visit their official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/StHelenaGovt/.
His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has become a prominent advocate for global reform, as evidenced by his recent address.
On May 10, 2025, President Adama Barrow of The Gambia extended congratulations to Pope Leon XIV on his new role as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is increasing its efforts to promote the free movement of people and goods across West Africa.
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