NatCA Slams 7-Day Ultimatum on Orange Over Poor Service Quality
By Expo Times Staff Writer The National Communications Authority (NatCA) has slammed a seven-day ultimatum on Orange Sierra Leone for what the national mobile regulator called “poor service quality”. In a public notice issued on Monday, 21st October, 2024, NatCA stated that it has given Orange SL seven days to resolve ongoing issues with…...
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President Bio in Samoa for 27th Commonwealth Meeting
President Julius Maada Bio has arrived in Apia, the capital of the Independent State of Samoa, to attend the 27th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), which runs from 21–26 October 2024. This year’s CHOGM is being held under the theme, “One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Commonwealth.” Upon arrival at Samoa’s Faleolo International Airport, […]
Combating Corruption
By Mohamed Daramy Corruption is endemic sociological occurrences that appear regularly in virtually all countries on a global scale in varying degrees and proportions. Corruption according to Wikipedia is a form of dishonesty or criminal offense that is undertaken by a person or an organization that is entrusted in position of authority to…...
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THE CUMMINGS’ CONNECTION
By Jensen Brian Abass Cummings “Do What You Should Do and Forget About What You Should Not Do”: A Lesson for the Government of Sierra Leone The phrase “Do what you should do and forget about what you should not do” is a mantra that echoes from the corridors of military discipline, encouraging…...
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The preparedness of students for the new academic year
By Ramatulai Leigh The start of a new academic year is always a time of anticipation, excitement, and perhaps a touch of trepidation. As students gear up to return to the classroom, their preparedness for the challenges ahead is a crucial factor in their academic success. This article explores the various aspects of […]
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 […]
