Written by: ALUSINE ML SILLAH, ACIB Sierra Leone, like many developing nations, stands at the precipice of significant economic growth. At the heart of this growth lies the pivotal role of financial institutions, particularly banks, serving as intermediaries to catalyze and multiply the country’s economic potential. With a landscape comprising 14 banks, their contribution should...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Reputation Poll International, a United Kingdom based reputation management firm that ranks banks and individuals working in the financial sector, has recognized a Sierra Leonean banker as “African Banker of the Year” at this year’s Reputable Banks and Fintech Awards held at the House of Lords, Wesminster in the UK. Dr....Read More
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said West Africa is united against military dictatorship, and countries in the region would not lessen the resolve to uphold democracy. President Tinubu also said that the regional bloc will re-engage member countries under military rule based on realistic and short transition plans that would deliver democracy and good governance....Read More
By Stephen V. Lansana In the morning hours of Friday, December 8, 2023, two foreign journalists and one local journalist were apprehended around the Central Business District area by security officials and questioned at the Cyber Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department of the Sierra Leone Police for taking photos and footages of security officials...Read More
This season is going to be more interesting as teams have beefed up their strengths with signings from Europe and Africa with this year’s theme “Play the game, to make a career”. Ahead of the 2024/2024 Women’s Football in Sierra Leone, the registration process commences in all the regions where the Premier League teams will...Read More
Aso Rock, Abuja, Sunday 10 December 2023 – Sierra Leone’s President Dr Julius Maada Bio was in Abuja for the 64th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government in the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, which prioritised good governance as an essential tool to prevent authoritarian takeovers of power...Read More
Sierra Leone has secured a spot at the ACA T20 Cup Finals after Sunday’s 9-wicket win over Cameroon at Willowmoore Park in Benoni, South Africa. The Patriots played three matches during the ACA Cup Qualifier stage, defeating Mali and Cameroon and losing to Kenya after a good show during the death overs. Man of the...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu On December 5, 2023, the Chinese Embassy in Sierra Leone held the 2023 Ambassador’s Scholarship Award Ceremony. Ambassador Wang Qing and the Minister of Technology and Higher Education Dr. Haja Ramatulai Wurie delivered speeches. Ambassador Wang congratulated to all the awardees and said that the cooperation between China and Sierra Leone in...Read More
Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG), a prominent mining company in Sierra Leone, has launched a Skills Training Center and Mentorship Program at its site in Ferengbeya, Tonkolili district. The center aims to equip employees with essential skills, enabling them to mentor others effectively while fostering cooperation, respect, and a dedication to excellence. One of LRMG’s...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu In a concerted effort to bolster the nation’s preparedness for emergencies, the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), in collaboration with the World Bank, has on December 8, 2023, ended a comprehensive five-day national simulation exercise focusing on search and rescue operations. This exercise, held at the Lungi International Old Airport...Read More
