An Irish nun who has worked in Sierra Leone for 70 years has received a Presidential Distinguished Service Award for her work in education and the development of women. Sr Teresa McKeon, a native of Rockfield, Streamstown, was born on November 6, 1929. She arrived in Freetown by boat in 1954, having being one of...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Freetown, February 18, 2025: The Chief Justice of the Republic of Sierra Leone, His Lordship Honourable Justice Komba Kamanda, has assigned four High Court Justices to five district headquarter towns to expedite the trial of over 174 criminal cases. The districts include Kono, Kambia, Tonkolili, Koinadugu, and Pujehun. The sessions commenced on...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown – The Groovy Colours Band, nurtured by the Ballanta Academy of Music and Performing Arts, will collaborate with distinguished lawyer and musician Drucil Taylor Esq. for a highly anticipated live music concert on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The event, aimed at both entertain and educate audiences about the significance of...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone – Don Bosco Fambul, a national leader in child protection, operates the largest interim care and therapeutic centers for abused children in the country. Established in 1998 to rehabilitate and reintegrate child soldiers, the organization has since grown to support Sierra Leone’s most vulnerable children and youth through its two main campuses...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown – On Thursday, February 20, 2025, representatives from key ministries, agencies, the private agrifood sector, and financing and development partners gathered in Freetown to deliberate on critical actions necessary for achieving the results outlined in the Feed Salone Implementation Plan Pillar 3. This initiative, led by the Ministry of Agriculture...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka On Wednesday, February19, 2025, Magistrate Santigie Bangura of Pademba Road Court No. 2 committed Hawanatu Hawa Koroma to the High Court for trial. Koroma is accused of pouring fuel on her husband and setting him ablaze, leading to his death. Committal Ruling In his committal ruling, Magistrate Bangura informed the court that...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka On Wednesday, 19th February 2025, Magistrate Sahr Kekura of Pademba Road Court No. 1 remanded Emma Coker, a social worker, and Abdul Khe-Morlai, a student, for the alleged murder of twenty-two-year-old Mohamed Conteh. Charges and Allegations The accused, Coker and Khe-Morlai, faced two counts: conspiracy to murder contrary to section 4 of...Read More
The Sierra Leonean in the diaspora has announced plans to host the 4th Annual Sierra Leone Independence Masquerade Ball in Maryland, celebrating the country’s vibrant cultural heritage and uniting the diaspora and global influencers. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Oxon Hill, Maryland, and will culminate with the Sierra Leone Independence...Read More
George M.O. Williams Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to improving the welfare of military personnel and ensuring that the sacrifices of those who served are never forgotten. This commitment was underscored during the 16th Armed Forces Day celebration at Parade Square, Wilberforce, Freetown, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025....Read More
Sierra Leone’s fast-rising music sensation, James Junior Kaisama, popularly known as Incredible JJ, is making waves once again with his latest single, “Decide.” The track has shattered streaming records, cementing his position as one of the country’s most influential artists. Since its release, “Decide” has taken multiple streaming platforms by storm, amassing over 250,000 streams...Read More
