Akmed Sidi Kamara aka Black Coffee – A Beacon of Hope Extinguished Too Soon
Image Akmed Sidi Kamara aka Black Coffee – A Beacon of Hope Extinguished Too Soon 25 May, 2025 Frederick Bockarie Today, Freetown mourns the loss of a true son of the soil, Akmed Sidi Kamara, fondly known as Black Coffee, who tragically passed away on this day, 25 May 2025, succumbing to Mpox. His death, as heartbreaking and dismal as it is, serves as a stark reminder of the deadly presence of Mpox amongst us. It jolts us, impressing upon us its lethality, and demands that we take seriously how we address this disease in our daily conversations and actions. Akmed was a vibrant, young, and well-meaning soul—a popular social media influencer, youth activist, humanitarian, and the CEO of Black Coffee House of Entertainment. His passing leaves a void that words can scarcely capture. Yet, in his short life, he showed us what it means to live with purpose, bravery, and compassion. He pierced our hearts with his empathy, rising as a light in the midst of our national darkness, choosi...