By Ibrahim S. Bangura The Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA), on Thursday, August 1, 2024, launched a free meter upgrading initiative in Freetown to ensure effective use of the meters in Sierra Leone. The launch was attended by Eldred Taylor, Deputy Minister of Energy; and Director General of EDSA, Joe Lahai Ansumana, among others....Read More
Foreign Minister Presents Lands to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Turkey By Sallieu S, Kanu The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Alhaji Musa Timothy Kabba, on August 2, 2024, presented Deed of Gifts of lands at Hill Station to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Turkey for the construction of their respective embassies....Read More
By Feima Kpaka As Chairman of the Inter-Agency Forum on Social Protection (IAF), the Honorable Vice President, Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh will preside over the annual IAF meeting scheduled in Kenema district from 9th -11th August 2024. The IAF is a multi-stakeholder social protection platform comprising national entities and international partners implementing social protection programs....Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu The 2023 standard-bearer of the main opposition All People’s Congress (APC) has said on Wednesday that the notion that the Tripartite report presented to President Bio is separate from the divergent and convergent areas is a misconception. Dr. Samura Kamara said on his X (formerly Twitter) handle that “a thorough examination...Read More
By Hasbin Shaw The Salone Awards of Excellence (SAE – USA) on Saturday, July 6, 2024, honored exemplary Sierra Leoneans who have lived in the United States of America and have contributed immensely to the development of their communities. The award ceremony which took place in California brought together esteemed community stakeholders in USA, celebrated...Read More
Parliamentary Leadership Calls for Cooperation In a solemn ceremony held at the Iranian Parliament on July 30, 2024, Iran’s President-elect, Masoud Pezeshkian, was officially sworn into office. The event was attended by delegation from Sierra Leone, which was led by the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, and included Hon. Daniel Brima Koroma,...Read More
Group photograph of the inductees and Council Members of the SLIA. Left to Right are Arc Olayanju, Arc Abel Onomake Hon Sec. General, Arc Manilius Garber President, Arc Mohamed Coomber Vice-President, Arc Michael Bamigbala and Arc Aaron Onomake. On Thursday 25th July 2024, four newly qualified Architects were formally inducted into the Sierra Leone Institute...Read More
With support from the Accountable Governance for Basic Service Delivery Project (AGBSDP), the Fiscal Decentralization Division (FDD), Ministry of Finance in collaboration with the Ministry of Local Government on Friday July 26, 2024, ended three regional level Local Revenue Forums with the theme: “Unlocking the Challenges to Local Revenue Mobilization”. The regional fora which were...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Mayor of Freetown and C40 Co-Chair, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, on July 31, 2024, announced the 9 winners of the Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund at the monthly council meeting, according to a statement from the Freetown City Council. The winners include Movable Ease Sierra Leone, Sierra Eco Heat, Girls for the Environment,...Read More
Sierra Leone, a West African gem adorned with lush landscapes and a rich cultural tapestry, beckons travelers to explore beyond its bustling capital, Freetown. Nestled amidst its verdant hills and sprawling plains lie traditional villages that offer an authentic glimpse into the heart of the nation’s heritage. These living museums of culture invite visitors to...Read More
