Our vision: CODOHSAPA and FEDURP’s vision is empowered urban and rural poor communities for their social, economic, and environmental transformation.
Sierra Leone
Joined February 2017
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We continue to clean the streets of Freetown from Ojuku Bridge to Levuma beach. Thanks to our partner @iegsalone and, in collaboration with @codohsapa we deployed over 390 cleaning personnel in 9 locations. We continue to Serve
#DortiMusGo #Freetown #TransformingFreetown
20 young people from 9 settlements are building GIS and spatial data skills through hands-on training led by HOT under SDI Impact Innovation Initiatives. Turning data into action and youth into changemakers. 🗺️📊💡
#GIS #SpatialData #YouthEmpowerment #OpenStreetMap #DataForGood
Over the weekend, Our Knowledge entrepreneurs under the Impact Innovation Initiative conducted an in-depth review of the recently concluded Settlement Profiling Data. Together they drew initial analyses to identify critical gaps and uncover opportunities for innovation.
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Centre of Dialogue on Human Settlement and Poverty Alleviation (codohsapa.org) was recognised as partner at the Zero Waste Forum held at Istanbul from 5th - 7th June 2026. @codohsapa
Our Executive Director attended the Africa Urban Housing Practitioners Hub (UHPH) Workshop & Launch in Nairobi (May 6-9, 2026)! Pioneered by Habitat for Humanity International Africa since 2023 to tackle urban housing challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa. Proud pioneering member
Thrilled with our achievements under the Impact Innovation Initiative! Equipped 20 youth with drone piloting skills in just days—their enthusiasm is off the charts! 🚀 Empowering communities through tech. #DroneTraining #YouthEmpowerment #ImpactInnovation #SierraLeone
It was a fun and exciting time! Youth from SDI Impact Innovation Initiative learned to use drones in Bo. You could see the joy on their faces.
#SDIImpact #YouthTraining #Drones #Innovation
Happy Birthday to our visionary ED, @francisreffell 🎉 Your fatherly guidance and tireless mentorship drive @CODOHSAPA’s impact in urban development, climate resilience, and community empowerment. Grateful for your wisdom—here’s to another year of transformative leadership!
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CODOHSAPA/FEDURP is recognized by Government of Sierra Leone and Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organizations (SLANGO) for our tremendous contribution to national development during the dinner and awards night as part of the NGO week celebrations! @codohsapa
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Thrilled to be speaking at TEDxKrooBay tomorrow at the Miatta Conference Center, Freetown! I’ll be sharing ideas on “Designing for Informality” and reimagining our informal settlements as engines of resilience and opportunity. Join the conversation.
Young people in Bo City have today begun reviewing KYC tools and processes as part of the Mastercard Impact Innovation Initiative. Over 200 youth groups will be trained in data collection, digital skills, and storytelling.
#YouthInAction #makingslumvisible
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4th February 2026, I attended a farewell & welcome dinner of the Country Rep & Country Mgr of @CRS SL! 5 years of impactful partnership, I expressed deep gratitude for @CRS SL’s support to @codohsapa and presented a plaque to Ms @JeanneElla (outgoing) @SLURC_FT
Biomass accounts for over 93% of cooking energy sources in Freetown’s informal settlements — a major contributor to environmental degradation and health risks. In partnership with the Freetown City Council, we are piloting biodigesters as a cleaner, sustainable alternative.
Excited for our FIRST SDI Impact Innovation Initiative meeting in Bo, Sierra Leone! Funded by Mastercard Foundation. Youth from slums: Become KNOWLEDGE ENTREPRENEURS—map your city, spot business ops, shape policies! 150-200 spots for 15-35yo (50%+ women) @sdi_net #YouthinSlums
