By Sallieu S. Kanu Barbados: Sierra Leone’s President Dr Julius Maada Bio has recently emphasized the transformative power of energy, stating that it drives industrial growth, fuels innovation, empowers education, and enhances the quality of life for people worldwide. Speaking at the 2025 Sustainable Energy for All Global Forum in St. Michael, Barbados, President Bio...Read More

By Alimatu Jalloh In a recent development, Sierra Leone’s Chief Justice, Komba Kamanda, Chairman of a five-panel Supreme Court bench, has ordered an immediate halt to ongoing construction on the land of the late former Chief Justice, Desmond Luke. The decision came during a hearing on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in a case between plaintiff...Read More

Story by Dennis Mabuka The Sierra Leone Women’s U-17 team has kicked off preparations in Bamako, Mali, with a light recovery session on Thursday, focusing on loosening up and regaining sharpness ahead of their decisive second-leg clash against Guinea. Meanwhile, the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) is pleased to announce a technical test match between the...Read More

Sierra Leone has implemented Meridian, an advanced Commonwealth Secretariat software, to manage its public debt portfolio better. This upgrade will enable the government to track loans and repayments in real-time, improving financial transparency and decision-making. At the government’s request, the Secretariat held a hands-on workshop in Freetown from 17 to 28 February 2025, bringing together...Read More

In a significant move towards enhancing sanitation at the Lumley-Aberdeen beach, the Rotary Club of Freetown Sunset, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and the National Tourist Board Sierra Leone, has commenced the construction of toilet facilities at the beach. This initiative aims to tackle hygiene issues and health risks, particularly in areas with...Read More

By Alimatu Jalloh The Sierra Leone Housing Corporation (SALHOC) has initiated a structured leadership transition with the appointment of Mr. Joseph Munda Sandi as the new General Manager. Today, Mr. Sandi engaged in formal discussions with the outgoing General Manager, Mr. Charles Musa, Deputy General Manager, Mr. Emmanuel Tommy, as well as the corporation’s management...Read More

By Ibrahim S. Bangura Internationally acclaimed palm wine musician Seydu Jalloh has urged Sierra Leonean musicians to embrace their cultural roots while navigating the modern music landscape. Jalloh, who has masterfully blended traditional palm wine music with contemporary sounds, emphasized the importance of preserving indigenous culture amid outside influences. In a recent interview, Jalloh highlighted...Read More

By Stephen V. Lansana On Thursday, March 13, 2025, the Executive Chairman of the Produce Monitoring Board (PMB), Raymond Bob Katta, highlighted the achievements and progress made by the Board since his appointment in December last year. He made these disclosures during a press briefing held at the PMB conference hall, Lightfoot Boston Street, Delco...Read More