On April 26, 2025, Minister-Counselor Zhang Dianbin of the Chinese Embassy in Sierra Leone, at the invitation of Deputy Vice Chancellor Kelleh Mansaray of the University of Sierra Leone and Chancellor of Fourah Bay College, attended the closing ceremony of the university's Inter-Hall Athletics Meeting and delivered remarks. Minister-Counselor Zhang congratulated the students on their outstanding achievements in the competition and extended warm greetings for the upcoming Independence Day. He encouraged students to uphold the sporting spirit of unity, peace, and inclusiveness, and further advance the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. Minister-Counselor Zhang and Vice Principal Mansaray jointly ignited the torch of the university's sports meet and watched thrilling athletic events.