Sierra Leone U-17 Women’s National Team to face Central African Republic Sierra Leone U17 will host C. Africa Rep in the first leg on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Southern Arena, Bo City. The match will kick off at 4:00 pm. The return leg is scheduled for January 18, 2025, at Stade de Japoma, Douala,...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone – Momoh Fofanah, a 33-year-old operator, was remanded by Magistrate Sahr Kekura of Pademba Road Court No.1 on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Fofanah is accused of transporting explosive chemical weapons from Bo town to Liberia without lawful authority. During his first court appearance, Fofanah faced two charges: providing funds...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura The sun rose over Kabala on the final day of December, casting a golden glow over Sierra Leone’s largest northern town. Excitement was palpable as crowds gathered for the highly anticipated end-of-year cultural festival. The festive occasion has become a symbol of unity, peace, and shared heritage. As the day progressed,...Read More
By Cyril Barnes Freetown, Sierra Leone, January 6, 2025 – In a significant show of support, Information Attachés from various Embassies and High Commissions have donated a substantial NLe 100,000 to Unity Newspaper, the official news outlet of the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP). The donation ceremony took place at the party’s headquarters on...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone- In a decisive move to regulate the price of rice, the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL) has announced the implementation of a new pricing formula. This decision was made following a meeting with major rice importers in the country, according to a statement which was put out by...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone (7 January 2025) – From fleeing the civil war in Sierra Leone in the late 1990s to becoming a beacon of hope and development, Fodeba Daboh’s journey is a testament to resilience and dedication. As the Director General of the Sierra Leone Local Content Agency (SLLCA), Daboh has made significant strides in...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Chief Justice’s Chambers, Main Law Courts Building, Freetown, January 6, 2025 – Sierra Leone’s Chief Justice, His Lordship Justice Komba Kamanda on Monday received the Egyptian Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Her Excellency Ms Rashna Soliman Mohi Eldin Soliman and team at his Chambers on Siaka Stevens Street in Freetown. Welcoming the Ambassador...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura January 7, 2025—The visually impaired residents of the remote Koinadugu and Fabala districts face formidable challenges in their quest for inclusion, access to essential services, and opportunities for a better life. These districts, known for their vast rural landscapes and rich cultural heritage, lack the basic services needed by visually impaired...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu A young man from Sierra Leone who was forced to leave school due to relentless mockery over a life-threatening facial tumor has had it successfully removed by international charity, Mercy Ships (www.MercyShips.org), the charity said in a statement on Monday. Alex, now 23, first noticed a swelling on his jaw in...Read More
Written by Nicolas Messner In 2024, the IJF Academy stopped in Sierra Leone for a very important and useful practical session. This offered Slavisa Bradic, one of the experts of the Academy to conduct specific activities with women and get feedback about their situation and how judo can impact their lives positively. “We learned first...Read More
