Chief Minister facilitates enactment of Criminal Procedure Act 2024

The Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh has revealed in his 15th audio of July 5th 2024 that he played a crucial role in facilitating the enactment of the Criminal Procedure Act of 2024. According to the Chief Minister, successive governments have been working on the review of the law for 20 years which was […]
P’ment expunges jury system to expedite criminal tria

By Sulaiman Jalloh In a landmark legislation, Parliament of Sierra Leone during its 58th plenary sitting debated and passed into law the “Criminal Procedures Act (CPA) 2024” with some amendments. The Bill repealed the archaic Criminal Procedure Act of 1965, abolishing the jury system in criminal proceedings which brings significant changes to the country’s…...
Rokel Commercial Bank Expands Presence in Bo City

By: Aaron Parker One of the leading commercial banks in Sierra Leone, Rokel Commercial Bank (SL) Limited, officially opened a new outlet on Prince William Street in Bo City on Friday, July 5, 2024. The ceremony was well-attended by top dignitaries from the banking, financial sectors, and governance. In his welcome address, Alpha […]
VP Dr Juldeh Jalloh showcases SL investment opportunitie to French investors

By Amara Thoronka Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, Vice President of Sierra Leone, has impressively showcased to French investors a range of investment opportunities in Sierra Leone, while assuring foreign investors of a friendly business environment in the country. Vice President Jalloh was speaking on Thursday, 4th July, 2024, in Marseille, France, at the […]
Afrimed International Hospital’s Mass Manneh Speaks Out on the Dangers of Kush

By Michaella Faith Wright In a revealing and comprehensive interview with The Fatu Network, Mass Manneh, the Head of the Department of Major Trauma, Intensive Care Unit, and Ambulance Service at Afrimed International Hospital, shed light on the alarming rise of kush use and its devastating effects on the Gambian population. Kush, a potent…...
Spanish Ambassador Visits to Strengthen Bilateral Ties Gender Equality in SL

By Michaella Faith Wright In a significant diplomatic gesture aimed at reinforcing international cooperation, the Spanish Ambassador to Sierra Leone, His Excellency Angel Antonio Carrascal Guitierrez, recently paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Isata Mahoi, the Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs. This visit marks an important step in strengthening bilateral relations between Spain…...
Ambassador Yongawo Presents Letters of Credence to Serbian President

His Excellency, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Sierra Leone to the Russian Federation, Mohamed Yongawo, on July 5, 2024, presented his letters of credence to the President of Serbia, His Excellency Alexandar Vucic, in Belgrade, Serbia. In his brief address to the Non-Residential Ambassadors, His Excellency Alexandar Vucic pointed out: “There are no big or […]
HRCSL Consults on Draft National Policy on Business and Human Rights

Patricia Ndanema, Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission of Sierra Leone With support from UNDP and Irish Aid, the Human Rights Commission of Sierra (HRCSL) on the 28th and 29th of June 2024 facilitated a discussion with Ministers and other senior officials of government on the Draft National Policy on Business and Human Rights at […]
THE CUMMINGS’ CONNECTION
By Jensen Brian Abass Cummings Title: The Tripartite Talks: Aftermath and Impact Overview: The recent tripartite discussions in Sierra Leone, which included presidential, parliamentary, and local council elections, were a pivotal moment in the country’s democratic journey. The elections saw the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), led by President Julius Maada Bio, vying…...
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RAIC Boss to Speak at UN HLPF in New York By Pateh Bah (will send you picture to go with this story by what’s app The Chairman and Information Commissioner of the Right to Access Information Commission (RAIC), Dr Ibrahim Seaga Shaw, is poised to speak at the UN High-Level Political […]