Under this section, you will find official correspondence, documentation and updates regarding KDDA UK.

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2017	KDDA UK Bereavement and Funeral Policy 2017   Download Document

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2017	Signed copy of KDDA UK Bereavement   and Funeral Policy 2017   Download Document

The latest KDDA UK Constitution and Bye-laws has been updated to include the new logo design (2017).

The document featuring the old logo is archived below for record keeping purposes:

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2015	KDDA Constitution & Bye-laws (2015)   Download Document

Voting Results: Our New KDDA UK Logo

As agreed by the Association and the powers vested in the Social Events and Publicity department, it is hereby announced that the result of the voting for the KDDA Logo:

Option 1 - 13 votes

Option 2 - 14 votes

On behalf of the Social Events and Publicity department, option 2 is hereby declared the winner.

KDDAUK Registered Members List (Payments):
Updated 5th August 2020

Rapprochement of KDDA UK Members
(Dated: 11/11/2013)

A cross section of the Kono District Development Association (KDDA) members had an inclusive meeting on Saturday 9th November 2013, at which all long-lasting issues were resolved. The meeting was hosted and chaired by one of the elders of KDDA, Mr. Saa Dingiswayo Nyandemo.

In attendance were: Mr. Komba Wusu Foday, Pastor Sahr Washington Gandi-Capio, Mr. Tamba Ngongoba Gbamoi, Chief Saa Y.O.Lebbie (Former Chairman of KDDA), Mr. Tamba John Ndomaina, Mrs. Finda Ngegba, Dr. Kai Ngegba (Chairman of KDDA), Mr. T.D. Sam Sumana, Mr. Saa David Dingiswayo Nyandemo, Mr. Tamba Opel Pessima Sam Sumana (Former Chairman of KDDA), Mr. Sahr Sylvanus Sinah, Mr. Aiah Yornie Sodengbe, Mr. Aiah Bondowa Tondoneh, and Mr. Samuel Torto. Apologies were received from Mrs. Agnes Macauley, who was unable to attend.

The meeting started with a prayer by Pastor Gandi-Capio. In his opening remarks, the Chairman of the Meeting, Mr. Nyandemo admonished members that he summoned the meeting to trash out any outstanding issues amongst the membership in order to ensure that KDDA moves forward as a unified force. He clearly stated that the Kono People were looking forward to our leadership, and it was therefore imperative that KDDA shows and project unity of purpose in the motherland. He also stressed the need for all members to reflect on the fate of Kono District, and seriously consider the effects of our action and inaction.

Issues ranging from membership to KDDA court actions were thoroughly discussed by all in attendance.

The meeting was concluded on a fine note of peace and progress. Every member at the meeting spoke with one voice as we all affirmed our readiness to work together in the interest of progress and the development of Kono District. Demonstration of our unity was underscored by each member drinking from the same jug.

The meeting which commenced at 1800 hours lasted for four hours. In line with the KDDA modus operandi, the libation was poured by the KDDA Chairman Dr. Kai Ngegba, who thanked the host for the remarkable conclusion and hospitality, and asked God to guide KDDA and members to a new height.

Mr. Aiah Yornie Sodengbe
Secretary General
KDDA UK

KDDA Executive Committee
Elections Result 2014

The result for the Kono District Development Association United Kingdom (KDDA) Executive Committee Elections held on Saturday 16th August 2014 and certified by the KDDA Electoral Commissioners are as follows:

Chairperson: Dr. Kai Ngegba
Assistant Chairperson: Mr. Light Kongomanyi
Secretary: Mr. Aiah Yornie Sodengbe
Assistant Secretary: Mrs. Dian Fasuluku
Treasurer: Mr. Ahmadu Sulaiman Bah
Assistant Treasurer: Mrs. Elizabeth Nganga Tondoneh
Social, Event and Publicity Officer: Mr. Aiah Bondowa Tondoneh
Assistant Social, Event and Publicity Officer:
    Mrs. Mariama Mafinda
Assistant Social, Event and Publicity Officer: Mrs. Finda Ngegba
Community, Welfare and Outreach Officer:
    Mrs. Sia Evelyn Nyandemo
Assistant Community, Welfare and Outreach Officer:
    Mr. Feias Gbondo Saaquee
Assistant Community, Welfare and Outreach Officer:
    Mr. David Sahr Moiforay
Programme Coordination Officer: Mr. Sahr Otto Fasuluku
Assistant Prgramme Coordination Officer:
    Mrs. Gloria Bondu Kongomanyi

All elected Executive Committee Officers confirmed their willingness to serve in the Executive of the Kono District Development Association.

The term of office of the elected Officers is two years with effect from 16th August 2014.

KDDA Constitution and Bye-laws

KDDA Constitution & Bye-laws (2013 - updated):

Download Constitution & Bye-laws (2013 - updated)

Report: KDDA Shipment To Kono District (10th July 2013)

As reported earlier, the KDDA Shipment Arrived In Koidu City on the 10th of July 2013. Please find to your left, our full report of the KDDA shipment of medical equipments to Kono District.

Please find additional pictures, from the presentation ceremony in Koidu, inside the document to your left.

THANK YOU MESSAGE

KDDA Container To Kono (10th July 2013)

On behalf of the Kono District Development Association (KDDA) United Kingdom, I do hereby write to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the Kono Development Union (KDU) for donating eight hundred and ninety five pounds (895 British Pounds) towards the shipment cost of our medical equipments to Kono District in Sierra Leone. This donation was timely and very well-received by our association. Our greatest regards to Mr. Tamba J.S.Lamina for being very instrumental in ensuring this timely assistance from KDU. We also convey our appreciation to all KDU members for their generosity and unstinting support.

We also wish to thank Mrs. Gladys Boahene, Mr. & Mrs. Evelyn Sia Nyandemo, Mrs. Christiana Sodengbe, Mrs. Finda Ngegba and Mrs. Patricia Bondu Saffa for their significant contributions to the shipment.

We are also pleased to inform you all that the KDDA container to Kono District has been dispatched.

KDDA Response To Letter From Sierra Leone High Commissioner Dated 29/08/13

The following correspondence is our response to the letter from the Sierra Leone High Commission dated 29th August 2013. Thanks for your continued support. To read it please click on document to the right or click here.

Letter to the Sierra Leone High Commissioner (12/09/2013)

KDDA CORRESPONDENCE:

KDDA Response to the Sierra Leone High Commission in London, United Kingdom

Please find below our response to the letter from Mr. S.P.Demba, Minister Counsellor/Head of Chancery at the Sierra Leone High Commission in London. The attached document clearly states our position in the peace initiative with the Sierra Leone High Commission in the United Kingdom.

Thanks for your continued support.

Click here (or the image above) to view the full correspondence

KDDA Letter to His Worship The Mayor

His Worship Saa Emerson Lamina Mayor Koidu New Sembehun City Council Kono District Sierra Leone 5th June 2013 Dear Hon. Mayor, Below here is a letter from the Kono District Development Association (KDDA) United Kingdom, regarding our shipment of medical equipments to Kono District. Thanks for your continued support. To read it please click on document to the right or click here.

Letter to the Mayor (05/06/2013)

KDDA Representation at the Sierra Leone High Commission

Following the special mediation meeting concerning the Kono District Development Association (KDDA) held on Saturday 20th April 2013, please find attached a copy of our letter to the Sierra Leone High Commissioner to United Kingdom, with the names of our representatives. Thanks for your continued support. To read it please click on document to the right or click here.

Letter to the Sierra Leone High Commissioner (09/05/2013)

Letter To The Minister

Madam Finda Diana Konomanyi Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Sierra Leone 12th April 2013 RE: REQUEST FOR WITHHOLDING OF FUNDS Thanks for your continued support. To read it please click on document to the right or click here.

Letter to the Minister (12/04/2013)

Request For Withholding Of Funds

Madam Finda Diana Konomanyi Minister Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development 6th Floor Youyi Building Freetown Sierra Leone Dated: 12th April 2013 Dear Minister, Following our email contact with you on 8th April 2013, please find attached a letter from the Kono District Development Association (KDDA) United Kingdom, with details of our findings on your request for withholding of funds to the Koidu New Sembehun City Council. Wishing you all the best as we await your response. To read it please click on document* to the right or click here.

Read the Letter To The Minister (12/04/2013)

Jaiama Nimikor Solar Electrification Project: Request for support

The Jaiama Nimikor Solar Electrification Project currently based in Nimikor Chiefdom is seeking funds to expand the project to other chiefdoms in Kono District. This is a very important project that would improve the lives of our people in Sierra Leone. Our support and effective management of the project is therefore desired.

All enquiries should be directed to the Paramount Chief Aiah Denton Bona Foamansa 111 (+23276590088) or the the project Chairperson Madam Mememto Dumbar (+23276977406).

Jaiama Nimikor Solar Project - PDF The project document, which is self explanatory, and photos in this update were kindly provided by Mr. Samuel Tamba Musa.

Additional Documentation
The Case Opel -v- KDDA. (22/10/2012)

Please find below additional documentation regarding the Case Opel -v- KDDA:

Update On The Case Opel -v- KDDA. 21/10/2012

Please download the following document for an update on the case OPEL -v- KDDA (Counterclaim by Tamba Opel Sumana).

UPDATE ON THE CASE OPEL -v- KDDA (21/10/2012)

The case OPEL vs KDDA was adjourned to 16th and 17th October 2012 at 10:30 AM before District Judge Blunsdon at Lambeth County Court, Cleaver Street, Kennington Road, London, SE11 4DZ. Below is the court order from Lambeth County Court.

Summary of Court Hearing on 24/01/2012

Two cases were considered by His Honour District Judge Stone at the Lambeth County Court on the 24/01/2012. The case Tamba Opel Sam Sumana -v- KDDA, and the second case KDDA -v- Saa Sinah (Aka Aiah Sam Davies). The second case (Claim number 1LB02697) was consolidated with the first (Claim number OLB02212), OLB02212 being the lead case. Being a Directive hearing, a court room with limited space was used and attendance was therefore restricted to Claimant,Defendant, Solicitors, Barristers and District Judge Stone. Our Chairman Dr. Kai Ngegba represented KDDA as Defendant in the lead case and Claimant in the second case.

The lead case has been adjourned for eight weeks to give the Claimant Tamba Opel Sam Sumana the final opportunity to prove his allegation against the KDDA elections conducted on 10th September 2011. As of 24/01/2012, Tamba Opel Sam Sumana has failed to prove his case against the KDDA Elections. The status quo remains the same. The Chairman of Kono District Development Association (KDDA) United Kingdom and Northern Ireland Dr. Kai Ngegba and the other Executive members will continue to serve all and sundry to the best of their abilities.

His Honour District Judge Stone also ordered that the Court Order he issued on 26th May 2011 remain in place. This Court Order stops Tamba Opel Sam Sumana from purporting to be Chairman of KDDA and using the association's letterhead or corporate image for his correspondence or any other purpose. Those matters continue in place until the hearing of the present case.

In the second case, District Judge Stone ordered that the Injunction Order against Saa Sinah (Aka Aiah Sam Davies and also known as Sahr Sylvanus Sinnah) issued by District Judge Wakem on 2nd December 2011 remain in place. This shall remain in force until the adjournment hearing.This Injunction Order stipulates that Saa Sinah (Aka Aiah Sam Davies) is forbidden (Whether by himself or by instructing or encouraging any other person) to hold

a) himself out as an officer of KDDA
b) To use the letterhead of KDDA
c) To hold a meeting of KDDA and/or purport to hold election for      KDDA whether on 4 December 2011 or otherwise.

For ease of reference, a letter from our solicitor detailing the summary of the hearing on 24/01/2012 is attached to this email.

We are strongly urging all KDDA members to be vigilant and not be coarse into signing any document without thorough perusal. If in doubt or for further enquiries do not hesitate to contact the KDDA secretariat at anytime.

Thanks for your continued support.

Summary of Hearing 24th January 2012 The case: Tamba Opel Sam Sumana -v- KDDA and the second case: KDDA -v- Saa Sinah (Aka Aiah Sam Davies).

Letter of Thanks to the Sierra Leone High Commission in the UK

Please view below a letter of thanks to you Sierra Leone High Commission, in the UK, for attending our fund raising dance on Saturday 8th, Jan 2011:

KDDA UK ELECTION RESULTS (Sept 2011)

KDDA Response to The Article in Awareness Times Newspaper

KOIDU HOLDINGS KIMBERLITE MINING PROJECT, 1st Feb 2011

Document Regarding Koidu Holdings Kimberlite Mining Project. To read it please click on document* to the right or click here.
(*To read PDF files Adobe Acrobat is required) **Note: For more information, please Contact us	Read the KOIDU HOLDINGS KIMBERLITE MINING PROJECT (01/02/2011)

KDDA Interim Committee, 10th July 2010

Update from KDDA Interim commitee, 10th July 2010. To read it please click on document* to the right or click here.
(*To read PDF files Adobe Acrobat is required) **Note: For more information please Contact us	Read the Interim Commitee Report (10/07/2010)

To read the KDDA constitution, please click here