By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, February 7, 2025 – In an extraordinary demonstration of compassion and goodwill, the Indian Community in Sierra Leone has stepped forward to fund the life-saving medical treatment of two-year-old Samuel Favour Salfu Adikalie Mansaray, who has been diagnosed with severe congenital heart defects. This remarkable humanitarian gesture was formally announced...Read More
By Desmond Tunde Coker The official nominees for the Leone Rock Premier League Player of the Month and Coaches award for January have been unveiled, and the voting process is now officially open. Fans, journalists, and football enthusiasts are invited to participate in selecting the standout performer of the month. Here are the coach nominees:...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Freetown, 6th February 2025 – A significant defamation lawsuit has emerged in the High Court of Sierra Leone, where businessman Kobi Walker has initiated legal action against Mohamed Kamarainba Mansaray. The case centers around allegations that Walker claims have damaged his reputation and credibility. Kobi Walker, the former Chief Executive Officer of...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, February 7, 2025 – The Chief Justice of Sierra Leone, His Lordship the Honourable Justice Komba Kamanda, along with other Justices of the Superior Courts of Judicature, has concluded an official tour of the Residual Special Court for Sierra Leone (RSCSL) peace museum and memorial garden. According to the Principal Defender...Read More
By Aminaash Nyande Brima, Information Attaché, Sierra Leone Embassy in Rabat, Morocco Rabat, Morocco – Sierra Leone Ambassador accredited to the Kingdom of Morocco, His Excellency Alhaji Momodu Koroma, informed the Speaker of Parliament, the Rt. Hon. Sengepoh Solomon Thomas, that the diplomatic ties between Sierra Leone and Morocco have been exceptionally fruitful, with several...Read More
By Abu Bakarr Bangura The Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) has successfully concluded its float parade in Port Loko District, marking the final stop in its nationwide campaign to promote the Salone Payment Switch Instant Payment platform. Earlier stops included Bo, Kenema, and Makeni. The aim of the campaign was to raise awareness about the...Read More
By George M.O. Williams The Dutch authorities on the heels of the fugitive Jos Leijdekkers, wanted for drug smuggling and other crimes in Europe have sent an extradition request for his arrest and extradition to The Netherlands to the Sierra Leonean authorities. The two countries, however, have no extradition treaty. The Minister of Justice and...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone made history by hosting the first-ever African Urban Heat Summit, bringing together leaders, experts, and stakeholders to address the growing challenge of extreme urban heat. The summit’s highlight was the launch of the Freetown Heat Action Plan, unveiled by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh,...Read More
The Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone (PDSL), the government agency overseeing the country’s petroleum resources, has joined African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 as a Strategic Partner. With AEW: Invest in African Energies serving as the continent’s premier platform for investment and energy discussions, PDSL’s partnership underscores Sierra Leone’s commitment to fostering...Read More
By: Zacharia Jalloh, Strategic Communications Unit, Ministry of Information and Civic Education Tuesday, February 4, 2025: The Ministry of Information and Civic Education held its weekly press conference on Tuesday, 4th February 2025, addressing key national issues including environmental conservation, education reforms, digital learning, and security updates. The briefing featured statements from Minister of Information...Read More
