Governance and Young People
By Mohamed Daramy Young people’s participation in governance is vital for the development of any nation. Involving young people in governance helps cultivate a sense of responsibility, confidence and ownership. When they see that their opinions matter and can influence decisions, they are more likely to feel attached and connected in making a…...
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Media Reforms in Focus: The Gambia and Sierra Leone’s Efforts Toward Press Freedom
By Michaella Faith Wright The Gambia and Sierra Leone have both initiated media reforms aimed at promoting press freedom and enhancing access to information. While progress is evident, journalists in both countries still face challenges ranging from harassment to financial instability of media houses. Media plays a crucial role in democracy by holding…...
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OGP Holds Technical Meeting on Justice Sector
The Open Government Partnership (OGP) held its technical meeting at Campaign for Human Right and Development International’s (CHARDI) office at Wilkinson Road, Freetown, Thursday, 17 October. The meeting which was on the Justice Sector, focused on the review of the Ombudsman Act of 1997 and the need to promote administrative Justice to enhance equal access […]
Enhancing Media Professionalism in the 21st Century
By Alpha Jalloh In the 21st century, media plays an increasingly influential role in shaping public opinion, policy, and societal values. However, with the rise of misinformation, political polarization, and the digital transformation of news, enhancing media professionalism is critical to maintaining public trust and ensuring the integrity of information. To achieve this, […]
Misconceptions about Public Relations
By Sorie Rahman Sesay Just as people misunderstand lot of things in our society, the field of public relations is not an exception. This misunderstanding stems from people who never read a line about the discipline. This is why people who wanted to pursue Public Relations changed their minds because they were told […]
Security measures in Parliament, expectations and consequences
By Sulaiman Jalloh It is of no secret that Parliament is one of the important buildings in a country and Sierra Leone is not an exception. In India, Parliament is referred to as the supreme legislative body of India. For Sierra Leone, it is responsible for making and amending laws. For it significance,…...
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VP Juldeh Opens Peace Conference in Freetown
Sierra Leone’s Vice President, Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has officially opened the Constellating Peace Conference, organized by Fambul Tok International and Catalyst for Peace, at Tokeh, Freetown. In his keynote address, the Vice President praised the gathering for bringing together peace leaders from around the world, noting Sierra Leone’s significant journey from a post-war state […]
Development Challenges Outside Freetown
By Dadson A. Musa Sierra Leone, founded in 1462 by Pedro Da Cintra was viewed by the Portuguese as a lion mountain for the simple fact of the timing, which was in the raining season and the mountainous landscape he saw from the ocean. So, our name as a country was derived from…...
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The Daily Struggles of Commercial Drivers in Sierra Leone
By Abubakarr Sankoh Commercial drivers are the backbone of Sierra Leone’s transport system, yet they face a range of challenges that threaten their livelihoods and the efficiency of the transportation network. Whether driving taxis, kekes (tricycles), or buses, these drivers endure daily hardships that go largely unnoticed. As the country’s economic growth and…...
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World Bank Implementation Support Team Starts Two–Week Mission at STATS SL
The World Bank Implementation Support Team has started a two-week long mission at Stats SL, as part of its effort to evaluate progress in the implementation of the HISWA Project. It will also provide technical support for the conduct of the Sierra Leone Integrated Household Survey (SLIHS-2024). The high-powered delegation from the World Bank Implementation […]
