On June 16th, 2025, Deputy Director General of Policy, Mr. Tamba Juana, marked his birthday with reflections on his resolute commitment to national service and the enduring bonds that unite his ministry and country. His remarks underscored the spirit of resilience, integrity, and collective purpose that define their journey in diplomacy and public service.
He informed colleagues and senior leadership at his birthday celebration, offering profound gratitude, introspective reflections, and renewed calls for unity and professionalism within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. His words illuminated the deep-seated values shaping his public service devotion, resilience, and unwavering loyalty to the nation.
He expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Hon. Minister, Deputy Minister, Director-General, Deputy Director-General, Directors, and staff for their ongoing support, describing the gathering as a sacred reaffirmation of shared purpose and institutional solidarity.
Reflecting on his patriotic odyssey, Mr. Juana eloquently declared himself an “African of the soil, of the blood, and of the spirit,” emphasizing that his strength derives from a profound commitment to national duty and integrity. He voiced a resolute stance against tribalism, colorism, and all forms of social division, affirming his identity solely as a Sierra Leonean.
Addressing the unpredictable nature of diplomatic service, he underscored the importance of spontaneity, urging officers to communicate with substance and grace tools essential for inspiring trust and confidence on the global stage.
He acknowledged the critical role the Ministry has played in sculpting his professional life, expressing a sincere desire to contribute back, reinforced by the Hon. Minister’s acknowledgment of his reintegration into the fold a gesture he warmly appreciated as “large-scale accommodation.”
Extending his gratitude to the Ministry’s leadership, Mr. Juana highlighted the compassionate and inclusive culture fostered by the senior management team, which nurtures both personal growth and collective strength.
The occasion held even deeper personal significance as it coincided with his birthday, shared with his younger brother, Mr. Kamara an embodiment of the familial spirit that underpins the Ministry’s internal ethos.
In closing, Mr. Juana urged his colleagues to uphold the virtues of unity, empathy, and compassion transcending differences to serve the shared goals of national development.
His words resonated warmly with all present, marking the end of an inspiring and memorable address one that reaffirmed commitment, patriotism, and the enduring spirit of service.
