By George M.O. Williams Freetown, April 19, 2025 – A total of 130 students have successfully graduated from the Lifeline Nehemiah Project, gaining technical skills in plumbing, electrical work, and hospitality. The institution, which has been at the forefront of youth empowerment and sustainable development in Sierra Leone since 1992, continues to provide valuable vocational training to disadvantaged communities. The graduation ceremony took place at the Lifeline Nehemiah office at...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Favor Institute of Technology and Skills (FITS) held its inaugural graduation and official launching ceremony on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Grace Christian Church in Freetown. The event marked a historic milestone for the institute, which is dedicated to empowering young women through skills training. FITS, located at the Fattaraman Municipal Junior Secondary School on Canon Street, provides practical...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura In the heart of Panlap, Makeni, the Bombali School for the Blind stands as a beacon of hope for visually impaired students determined to pursue their education despite overwhelming challenges. For these young learners, schooling is not just a pathway to a brighter future—it is a symbol of resilience in the face of adversity. However, their pursuit of knowledge is hindered by a severe lack of...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu In a heartfelt demonstration of solidarity, Ady Macauley, a prominent aspirant for the 2028 APC Flagbearer position, visited victims of a devastating fire that swept through Crab Town, Aberdeen, on the night of April 17, 2025. The blaze, which tore through the densely populated community, displaced over fifty families and destroyed numerous investments. Fortunately, no lives were lost. Macauley, renowned for his strong community connections, personally...Read More
The Freetown office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) hosted a special awards ceremony on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, to honor the best-performing candidates of the 2023 and 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), and National Primary School Examination (NPSE). The event, held at WAEC’s lower hall in Freetown, brought together policymakers, students, teachers, parents, and education stakeholders to celebrate academic excellence....Read More
