By Y. Conteh & A. Howard (Purposeful) Death from abortion is the fifth leading cause of death for women in Sierra Leone. In 2023 alone, approximately 1,400 women died seeking control over their reproduction. Somehow, the Inter-Religious Council had decided that this number is acceptable. How many of these preventable deaths should be allowed when...Read More
By George M.O. Williams FREETOWN – On Friday, January 31, 2025, the Sierra Leone Correctional Service (SLCS) experienced a significant leadership change as Brigadier David Thomas Gaujah, the outgoing Acting Director General, officially handed over the reins to the newly appointed Director General, Joseph John Senessie. The symbolic handover ceremony took place at the Director...Read More
In a remarkable demonstration of its commitment to community development and quality education, Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG) has officially handed over the newly constructed Almuajireen Islamic Secondary School to the Lungi Lol Community. The handing-over ceremony, held with great enthusiasm, marked a significant milestone in addressing the long-standing educational needs of the area. The...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone: On January 31, 2025, the Government of Sierra Leone and the European Union (EU) signed a Financing Agreement for the “Sustainable Food and Agricultural Value Chains Development” Programme. This agreement represents a significant milestone in the cooperation between the EU and Sierra Leone, aimed at promoting agricultural development...Read More
By Abu Bakarr Bangura On January 29, 2025, the Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) organized a float parade in Makeni City, signaling the launch of the Salone Payment Switch Instant Payment Platform. The event, which followed similar parades held in Bo and Kenema, aimed to raise public awareness about the benefits and convenience of the...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Amnesty International has urged authorities in Sierra Leone on Thursday to release and guarantee a fair trial for a TV personality detained under accusations of insulting the President and First Lady. Reacting to the ongoing detention of Hawa Hunt, a Sierra Leonean-Canadian artist and reality television personality who was arrested on...Read More
By George M.O Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Parliament of Sierra Leone has officially approved Joseph John Senessie as the new Director General of the Sierra Leone Correctional Service (SLCS) and Madam Susan Baby Coker as the first female Deputy Director General. Following their approval on Thursday, both officials were formally decorated at the...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone – On January 30, 2024, Joseph Kobba, a tribal head of Bumpe Ngao Chiefdom, testified before Justice Alfred Tommy Ganda of the High Court in the ongoing petition case against the purported election of Alfred Sovula and two others. This civil matter, under Section 13 of the Chieftaincy Act, involves the petition...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone – On January 30, 2025, Police Officer Dolly Faith Johnson testified before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 against Emma Morlia Sesay, who is accused of stealing a one-week, five-day-old baby boy. The accused, Emma Morlia Sesay, was charged with one count of child stealing, contrary...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone Chief Minister Dr. Moinina David Sengeh recently revealed that President Julius Maada Bio has introduced him as his Prime Minister on several occasions. Dr. Sengeh made this disclosure during an interview with SL News Blog, following his visit to Koinadugu, Bombali, and Tonkolili Districts. “Interestingly, depending on the context,...Read More
