Decades after independence, colonial-era laws have created a mass-incarceration crisis in Sierra Leone as poor citizens are thrown into prison for the smallest offenses. Mara Kardas-Nelson A few summers ago, I met a young man in a prison in the center of Sierra Leone. The man was thin and tall, with a gentle demeanor and...Read More
Sheku Kamara, a Sierra Leonean who once dreamed of driving a train, has achieved his goal through the Innovative Skills Training and Mentorship Initiative of Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG). This initiative is designed to promote sustainable development, cultivate talent among local employees, and foster collaboration between Chinese and Sierra Leonean staff. LRMG’s dual-talent training...Read More
By George M.O. Williams In a press release issued by Zoodlabs Ltd., the company succinctly explained its position regarding the payment of royalties to the Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF). Zoodlabs Limited’s response follows a newspaper report accusing the company of not paying to the Consolidated Revenue Fund in 2023, an annual fixed fee of US$1,440...Read More
In a world where beauty transcends appearances, Martina is ready to showcase a unique blend of purpose and passion at the much-anticipated Miss EcoFest 2024. Representing the values of hope and empowerment, she is determined to make her mark and prove that the crown is not just a symbol of elegance but a tool for...Read More
Story by Anders Hagstrom President Biden’s administration is pressuring the government of Sierra Leone to adopt more permissive abortion policies in exchange for foreign assistance, according to a Monday report. The African nation currently bans abortion in most circumstances, but legislation before the country’s parliament would decriminalize the practice. The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a U.S....Read More
The Yan-Fara Contah Family, one of the renowned and house name family in Bramaia Chiefdom in kambia district northern Sierra Leone, is set to thrill fans and supporters with an electrifying event featuring the talented I-Bangs, scheduled for Friday, December 29th, 2024, in Kukuna Town the chiedom’s headquater . The show kicks off at 9:00...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone’s biggest arts and entertainment festival, ECOFEST, is set to commence tomorrow Friday, December 20, at Africell Building on Bendu’s Drive, Lumley. Organizers of the two days event have spent the last few days prepping up a venue that is set to host thousands of Sierra Leone who will be...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu State House, Freetown, Tuesday 17 December 2024 – The Head of State of the Republic of Guinea, President Mamadi Doumbouya, sent a special envoy, Dr Morissanda Kouyaté, who doubles as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, and Guineans Abroad, to President Dr. Julius Maada Bio and reaffirmed their commitment to...Read More
By George M.O. Williams The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL) and other partners, on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, launched the Local Multidimensional Poverty Index (LMPI) Report. The event, held at the Sierra Palm Hotel in Freetown, brought together government officials, development partners, and local stakeholders. The LMPI...Read More
The death is announced of Mrs. Rachael Isatu Dove – Aged: 78years. This home calling occurred at her resident 25 Queen Street, Oberfunkia – Goderich Village on Friday the 6th December, 2024 at 9:00am. She is survived by her; Children: Olufemi Dove, Rev. Christopher Dove, Daniel Dove of Cameroun Grand Children: Esther Sillah, Miriam Dove,...Read More
