Kalox Media Company has introduced the Kalox Online Marketplace and Kalox Digital Online Freelancing Marketplace Websites in Sierra Leone.

The event was held on Thursday 18th July, 2024, at SLAJ Conference Hall, on Campbell Street, Freetown.

The initiatives aim to empower freelancers and businesses, fostering economic growth and digital transformation in Sierra Leone.

The Content Manager of Kalox Media Company, Abu Bakarr Kargbo, gave detail presentation on the innovative platforms including Kalox Digital and Kalox Store, highlighting their impact on freelancers and businesses globally.

Mr. Kargbo said that Kalox Digital is a comprehensive online marketplace that connects freelancers and businesses for a wide range of digital services, including graphic design, writing, translation, music and audio, AI services, programming, tech, film production, video editing, animation, business, lifestyle, photo and videography.

Kargbo assured that the platform enables freelancers and businesses to monetize their skills and services for small commission from both parties involved in the transaction.

It ensures a seamless and convenient business experience for all users and encouraged freelancers to join or open an account and start selling their services by adhering the steps such as Kalox Digital’s terms and conditions and community standards, create a free account, complete the registration form, create and publish gigs/jobs and connect with clients globally.

Mr. Kargbo maintained that Kalox Digital also offers website banner and popup ads, allowing businesses and individuals to advertise on specific pages, that will reach a broader audience.

Talking on the Kalox Store, he said, it is an e-commerce platform designed to streamline online shopping for both businesses and consumers, disclosing that the platform supports Content Management Systems (CMS) and commerce engine websites to manage product catalogs, process purchases and enhance user relationships with online retailers.

He said it allows businesses to sell their products and services online by taking a commission from sellers and buyers.

“Customers can enjoy a seamless online shopping experience, ordering products from their mobile phones, computers or tablets that will be met at their point of their needs,” he added.

“The platform eliminates the need for physical store visits, saving on transportation costs.

It will also ensure that products are packaged and delivered at homes, offices and marketplaces across Sierra Leone,” he maintained.

Kargbo stated that the platform features user-friendly navigation, detailed product information, customer reviews and secure payment options, enhancing the overall shopping experience.

On behalf of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Kalox Media Company, Obai Davis Kalokoh, Usman Idriss Fornah, a content writer at the abovementioned company, said the event marks  a significant milestone in Kalox Media’s mission to foster a digital revolution in Sierra Leone.

He informed the gathering that Obai Davis Kalokoh is a seasoned journalist whose career began at Star television and with his diverse experience in media, coupled with advanced digital media skills acquired in Dubai, this has aided him to lead Kalox Media towards realizing its vision of digitalizing Sierra Leone.

Usman Idriss Fornah assured the company’s commitment to creating employment opportunities and contributing to the country’s economic growth, emphasizing the importance of digital media in enhancing global competitiveness and shared his ambition to bring high-quality, secure digital services to Sierra Leone.

He said that the key initiatives announced include the launch of various job portals, e-learning platforms, movie streaming services, and Government payable services websites.