Paul Kamara Esq. to Represent SL the Accra Forum on Freedom of Expression and Media Rights
By Shebora Samba Kamara Paul Kamara Esq, a leading Human Rights and Freedom of Expression Advocate from Sierra Leone and a Media Law Lecturer at the University of Makeni will represent his Country at a pivotal gathering of legal experts in West Africa. The forum, organized by the Media Foundation for West Africa […]
Building Permits and Land Management Amidst Collapsed Buildings
By Sulaiman Jalloh Sierra Leone has in recent times witnessed some frequent collapse of buildings especially within the Capital, Freetown and many of the unfortunate occurrences are believed to have been caused by sub-standard materials been used for the construction or erection of structures. Since the beginning of this year’s rainy season, there has…...
SONOCO Launches Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
By Sulaiman Jalloh In an effort to complement efforts of government, Sonoco Sierra Leone has launched a breast cancer awareness campaign aiming at sensitizing citizens and residents of Wellington, east end of Freetown about breast cancer its protection and treatment. During the event, Saweda Deen, Human Resource Manager at SONOCO while welcoming attendees said…...
ARLAC Holds 24th Committee of Senior Officials Meeting in Freetown
By Sulaiman Jalloh In continuity of its vision, the African Regional Labour Administration Centre (ARLAC) on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at the Atlantic Hotel in Freetown, Sierra Leone held an important meeting which marked a significant move in accomplishing its vision and mandate in the African region since its inception, forty-nine (49) years…...
“VP Jalloh Has Been a Solid Mentor, Ally and Support” – Chief Minister
By Expo Staff Writer Chief Minister Dr Moinina David Sengeh has said, in the last six years of the Sierra Leone Peoples Party led government, the country’s Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has been provided him mentorship and support. In one of his recent episodes of ‘The Chief’s Diary’ social media publications […]
President Bio Engages British Monach
By Expo Staff Writer In a build-up to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) which is scheduled from October 21th to 26th 2024, President Julius Maada Bio on Tuesday, 8th October, 2024, held a constructive conversation with the British Monach King Charles III. “Today, I had a productive conversation with His Majesty King…...
Urgent Call for Support As Flooding Devastates Yeliboya Island
By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara The recent catastrophic flooding has wreaked havoc on Yeliboya Island in Kambia District, leaving the entire community in a state of despair. Homes, livelihoods, and vital infrastructure have been destroyed, with one of the most severely affected being the KDEC Primary School, a key institution for the island’s…...
Farmers Explain Impact of Flooding
By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara Recent flooding in various parts of Sierra Leone has left rice farmers across the country facing a grim reality, as the floodwaters have destroyed their planted crops, dashing hopes of a fruitful harvest. Many of these farmers had taken soft loans from private lenders to finance their farming activities,…...
Celebrating Desmonda Aminata Cole – A Rising Star in Photography and Journalism from Sierra Leone
By Michaella Faith Wright Desmonda Aminata Cole, a young and talented photographer and journalist from Sierra Leone, is making waves in both the art and media world with her unique ability to tell stories through her lens and her writing. Her dedication to capturing moments and amplifying unheard voices is inspiring a new…...
Lungi Residents Struggle with Development Challenges
By: Kadiatu A. Turay Lungi, a town known for hosting Sierra Leone’s international gateway, the Freetown International Airport, is struggling with significant underdevelopment issues despite its strategic importance. With its close proximity to the nation’s main air transport hub, one would expect Lungi to thrive in terms of infrastructure, services, and living standards…....