Pharmaceutical Society of Sierra Leone

Pharmaceutical Society of Sierra Leone Founded in 1978
Motto:With Honor and Pride we preserve our noble skills.

11/12/2025

Althea Washington, early orator of the 1920s, spoke on seaside cliffs at dawn where waves crashed below her. She believed a strong voice belonged under an open sky, not inside a silent room. Her speeches called for pride, dignity, and endurance. People said the wind carried her words farther than any stage could. Her legacy teaches that leadership begins by standing tall even when the horizon feels uncertain.

11/12/2025

Black Buffalo Soldiers Signalman (1900s) stood on high ridges, raising flags and coded signals under burning sun. Every gesture carried urgency—direction, reinforcement, retreat. His silhouette against the sky became the first line of communication in harsh terrain. He believed courage meant making yourself visible, even when danger watched from below.

11/12/2025

Louise Thompson Patterson, educator and activist, spent years helping young migrants adjust to life in Northern cities by providing guidance, emotional support, and cultural education. She believed kindness meant giving people the tools to adapt with dignity. Patterson emphasized patience, self-respect, and long-term growth. Her efforts helped thousands build stable, confident lives.

11/12/2025

Jessie Redmon Fauset, editor and writer of the Harlem Renaissance, used her platform to guide young authors toward disciplined storytelling and intellectual independence. She believed progress came from mastery of craft, not applause. Fauset emphasized clarity, self-respect, and responsibility in creative work—principles that helped shape an entire literary movement. Her influence demonstrates that motivation can grow from careful mentorship and steady excellence.

11/08/2025

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25/07/2025

In the 1970s, Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash supported the construction of an SOS Children's Village in Montego Bay, Jamaica, near their holiday home.
Johnny would bring his guitar and sing to the children who lived there, eventually dedicating the song "The Ballad of Annie Palmer" and its royalties to them.


25/07/2025

James Augustus Van Der Zee (June 29, 1886 – May 15, 1983) was an American photographer best known for his portraits of black New Yorkers.
He was a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance.
Aside from the artistic merits of his work, Van Der Zee produced the most comprehensive documentation of the period.
Among his most famous subjects during this time were Marcus Garvey, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson and Countee Cullen.


21/07/2025

From A Slave Pen to A Gold Mine!
In 1850, Nancy (Ross) Gooch was brought to California by a slaver leaving her only son, Andrew Monroe, behind in Missouri. Nancy worked for the miners, performing domestic chores, such as sewing, cooking and washing.
She saved every penny she could earn until she had enough to buy the freedom of her only son, Andrew Monroe, and his wife Sarah Ellen, who were enslaved in Missouri.


21/07/2025

The Gap Band was a highly influential American R&B and funk band that emerged in the 1970s. The band originated from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and consisted of three brothers: Charlie Wilson, Ronnie Wilson, and Robert Wilson. They were known for their infectious grooves, catchy melodies, and energetic live performances.🔥🖤🎶👑
1.Charlie Wilson: Charlie was the lead vocalist of the group and was renowned for his dynamic and soulful voice. He was not only the frontman but also played a pivotal role in shaping the band's sound with his songwriting skills.🖤🎶👑
2.Ronnie Wilson: Ronnie played the trumpet and provided backing vocals for the band. His trumpet solos often added a distinctive flair to their music, contributing to their signature funk sound.🖤🎶👑
3.Robert Wilson: Robert played bass guitar and also contributed backing vocals. His basslines were fundamental to the band's groove, anchoring their songs with a deep, funky rhythm.


04/07/2025

Jason Brown, a former NFL player, made headlines by walking away from a $37.5 million contract at just 29 to find a greater purpose.
After earning $25 million, he bought a 1,000-acre farm in North Carolina, despite having no farming experience. Learning through YouTube, he now runs First Fruits Farm, growing sweet potatoes and other crops. Committed to giving back, he has donated over 1 million pounds of food to local pantries, proving that true wealth lies in making a difference in the community.


28/06/2025

Eddie Robinson is known as the giant of college football, especially among historically Black Colleges and Universities. Starting his coaching career at Grambling in 1941, he coached at the institution until his retirement in 1997. Eddie Robinson won 17 championships in his conference (SWAC), held the championship title 9 times for Black Colleges and established a staggering streak of 27 consecutive winning seasons from 1960 through 1986. During his tenure, Robinson established himself as the "winningest coach in college football history", becoming the first coach to record 400 wins. Robinson retired with a record of 408 wins, 165 losses and 15 ties.
More than 200 of Eddie Robonson's players went on to play in the National Football League including Super Bowl XXII MVP, Redskins quarterback Doug Williams, who would ultimately succeed Robinson as Grambling's head coach in 1998.


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