Bikers in Kachumeh – Struggles and Hopes for a Better Future
By Michaella Faith Wright Gambia is a country where motorcycles are not officially recognized as a means of commercial transportation, leaving bike riders in a precarious position. Despite this, many individuals, especially in rural areas like Kachumeh, rely on bike riding as their primary source of income, navigating challenges such as poor roads, accidents,…...
Sukuta Women’s Agriculture Gardeners: A Legacy of Passion, Unity, and Resilience
By Michaella Faith Wright In a community deeply rooted in agricultural traditions, the Sukuta Women’s Agriculture Gardeners Association stands as a beacon of perseverance, unity, and commitment. With over 40 years of experience, Madam Jonkuda Bojang, the president of the association, reflects on the significant role gardening has played in her life and the…...
Fire Outbreak in Bo
By Dadson A. Musa A fire incident is reported to have happened on Wednesday, 21st August 2024 at Hardup Lane, close to the Bo West Police Station. Reports say one house was engulfed by fire due to electricity fluctuation by EDSA. For the past 24 hours leading to the fire incidence electricity supply…...
Rising Crime Rate in Lungi Sparks Security Concerns
By Kadiatu A. Turay. Residents of Lungi are raising alarms over a worrying rise in criminal activities that have put the community’s safety and security at risk, particularly during the nighttime. This surge in crime has led to heightened fear among locals, with many now expressing concerns about their safety when darkness falls…....
2 In Police Net for Alleged Murder
By Mohamed Mansaray in Kenema The Regional Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Eastern Region is currently investigating an alleged murder that was reported in the early hours of Saturday, 17th August, 2024, at the Kenema Police Station where two suspects have been arrested. According to the Regional Crime Officer, East, Deputy Assistant…...
Sierra Leone; the Landscape of Development on the Vision of the President’s Big FIVE Game Changers
By Dr Samuel Edson Gibawo Bayon, Chairman Local Government Service Commission Introduction In Sierra Leone, the landscape of development is evolving, driven by a vision of progress and transformation set forth by President Julius Maada Bio. At the core of this vision lie five pivotal “game changers” that hold the potential to redefine the […]
Protecting The Integrity of The Financial System in Sierra Leone
By Usman Konneh: Senior Officer, National Risk Assessment and Outreach Division In the early 2000s, the Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) issued the country’s first Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AMLR) to the financial sector intended to combat the threats of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing as well as to protect the integrity of the […]
A Rejoinder to Aminata A.B. Kamara’s Article – A Plea for Safety – The Urgent Need for a Modern Bridge in Katic Wallah
By Mustapha Kamara The compelling article authored by Aminata A.B. Kamara titled “A Plea for Safety: The Urgent Need for a Modern Bridge in Katic Wallah” touches on a crucial issue faced by the residents of Katic Wallah in Lokomasama Chiefdom. Kamara’s article highlights the dangers and hardships endured by this community due […]