Group photo of participants at the National Dialogue on mainstreaming Human Security in the Mining Sector UNDP Sierra Leone/ Ivan Benjamin In a bid to promote sustainable development and ensure the mining sector benefits all Sierra Leoneans, a national dialogue on mainstreaming human security has taken place in Freetown. The event brought together stakeholders from...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Abubakar Conteh, popularly known as Model Shine, a model in Bo City in the Southern Province of Sierra Leone, has said he is very hopeful to bring the Mr. Sierra Leone 2024 trophy to Bo although he would be contesting against other models. According to him, a lot of preparations have...Read More
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty lauded distinguished relations between Egypt and Sierra Leone, as the two countries mark the 63rd anniversary of establishing diplomatic ties and share identical views on several issues of common concern. Abdelatty made the remarks during his meeting on Friday with Sierra Leonean Foreign Minister Timothy...Read More
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance has completed the allocation of nearly 200 million doses of vaccine to 35 lower-income countries in an effort to reach millions of children who missed out on critical routine vaccinations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The allocation follows a Gavi Board decision in December 2023 to approve US$290 million funding for the...Read More
In a pioneering move to enhance the agricultural sector, Leone Rock Metal Group has welcomed a team of international experts to Sierra Leone. The initiative aims to leverage advanced agricultural practices and technologies to significantly improve productivity, sustainability, and food security in the region. The growth of the agricultural sector growth is expected to contribute...Read More
IPAM to Host Hackathon Demo Day By: Abdul Razack Gbla The Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) will host its eagerly anticipated Hackathon Demo Day this Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 4 pm on the 4th floor of the Ekundayo Thompson Building, Tower Hill Campus in Freetown. This event is organized by the IPAM...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Justice Komba Kamanda, who presides at the ongoing trial for treason of Amadou Koita Makolo and others on Thursday 17th July 2024 admitted Bai Mamoud Bangura, to bail due to his worsening health condition. Freetown, Sierra Leone — Bai Mamoud Bangura, the National Organising Secretary of Sierra Leone’s main opposition party, the...Read More
In a significant stride towards safeguarding the rights of children, Sierra Leone recently enacted a historic law banning child marriage. This move marks a pivotal moment in the country’s commitment to protecting its youth and sets a powerful example for other African nationsexample for other African nations grappling with similar issues. The new legislation, enacted on 2 July,...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Ibrahim Barrie, 21 and Sao Fefegullah, a 29-year-old farmer yesterday made another appearance before Magistrate Sahr Kekura of Pademba Road Court No.1 in Freetown on the charges of Conspiracy, House Breaking and Larceny, Receiving stolen goods and Fraudulent Conversion. According to the particulars of offence on Friday 25th August 2023 at Baoma...Read More
By Alice CHANCELLOR Sierra Leone has one of the highest deforestation rates in the world. As the rainclouds descend on Sierra Leone’s tropical Kambui forest, a handful of khaki-clad rangers assemble for their daily patrol in the fight to preserve the West African country’s dwindling wilderness. The team are from the National Protected Area Authority...Read More
