Is banning unregistered businesses along Lumley/Aberdeen beach necessary?
By Amara Thoronka On 4th June 2024, the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and the National Tourist Board issued a warning to all illegal businesses along Lumley/Aberdeen Beach, asking petty-traders, street hawkers and non-registered stationed vendors to desist from selling or operating along the Lumley/Aberdeen Beach with immediate effect. According to the…...
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Labour Ministry facilitates capacity training to mainstream, manage volunteerism in Sierra Leone
The Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security, with support from the African Union Directorate of Women, Youths, and Gender, on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th June 2024 facilitated a two-day Capacity Building Training on Mainstreaming and Management of Volunteerism in the country. This training, which commenced today at the Atlantic Lumley Hotel, falls under […]
CHF Hospital provides free medical services to thousands of Sierra Leoneans
In a significant healthcare initiative, CEO Linda Muckson Sesay of the Community Health Foundation Hospital (CHF) in Mile 91 Tonkolili District, Sierra Leone, has spearheaded a comprehensive medical program aimed at serving the local community. Since its inception on June 8th, 2024, the hospital has been instrumental in providing essential medical services to hundreds of […]
“I’m trying to build a healthy squad as we are getting better” – Amidu Karim
Amidu Karim – Leone Stars head coach Leone Stars’ Gaffer Amidu Karim has said he is trying to build a healthy squad as they pull off the wheels to hit beyond the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. He made this remark immediately after Leone Stars’ resilient 2-2 draw against Burkina Faso on Monday in […]
Prosecution witness gives shocking testimony in murder case
By Denis Kargbo Magistrate Aaron Bangura of the Port Loko Magistrate Court on Monday 10th June 2024 remanded to the Port Loko Correctional Center one Abu Bakarr Kamara, an OSD police officer who was before the court on a single count of murder, contrary to law. Particulars of offense is that the accused…...
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Role and responsibilities of MPs
By Sulaiman Jalloh In any democratic state, the legislature is a fundamental branch of government that has the power to make and review laws. The legislature is occupied by Members of Parliament (MPs) who plays a crucial role in the functioning of a democratic government with so many roles and responsibilities. One of the…...
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RCBank Celebrates 5th Anniversary of Tree Planting Project
By Aaron Parker Deputy Managing Director of RCB, Mr Emmanuel Bobor speaking at the event On Thursday, June 6th, 2024, RCBank celebrated the 5th anniversary of its Tree Planting Project at Petifu Kangalop, Masiaka, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability. The event, which drew hundreds of guests and community residents, was themed: “Plant More…...
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The rise in tollgate prices is causing more economic hardship for Sierra Leoneans living in the provinces
THE CUMMINGS CONNECTION By Ensen Brian Abass Cummings The recent surge in toll gate prices across Sierra Leone has sparked significant concern, particularly among residents in the provinces. This increase has far-reaching consequences, affecting everything from the cost of basic commodities to the financial burden on consumers. This article delves into the…...
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Parliament grills Finance Ministry
By Sulaiman Jalloh Parliament through the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, who doubles as the Chairman of the Public Account Committee (PAC), has, on Monday, 10th June, 2024 at the Parliament Building on Tower Hill in Freetown, started hearings on the Audit Report 2022. The said audit report started with the Ministry…...
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Thunderstorm leaves 28 cattle dead
By Fatmata Binta Bah In a dramatic turn of events, a recent thunderstorm occurred in the Morfindugu Chiefdom, Falaba District, North of the country, leaving twenty-eight cattle dead. According to a Press Release issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security through the Livestock and Veterinary Services Division, the said cattle were under…...
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