Magistrate Commits Three to High Court for ‘Killing Lebanese Businessman’

By Mohamed Mansaray in Kenema Amara Sama, a shop assistant residing at Pujehun Section in Kenema; Juana Kallon, an unemployed youth of 4 Philip street in Kenema, and Moray Vandy Farma, another unemployed youth resident of 4 Wesley street in Kenema, on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, were committed to stand trial at the High…...
Sport Is the Biggest Employer in Sierra Leone – Says NSA Boss

By Sulaiman Jalloh Dr. Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai, Executive Director of the National Sport Authority (NSA), said sport is an expensive industry hence it needs huge capital for operations. He stated that sport is the biggest employer in Sierra Leone. The NSA boss was speaking at the weekly government press conference organized by the Ministry…...
Sports Minister Impressed with Performance of National Players

By Sulaiman Jalloh Minister of Sports, Mrs. Augusta James Tema, said sport is not just about winning but it is also about improving performance, noting Sierra Leone footballers have improved their performances in and out of the country, something she said is a laudable achievement. The Sports Minister was speaking at the weekly government…...
Sierra Leone’s Progression for MCC Grant: A Pathway to Sustainable Development
By Lamin Sheriff Sierra Leone’s progression to implement the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Grant is a pathway towards the achievement of sustainable development in the country. Since 2018, Sierra Leone under His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio has made notable strides aimed at economic recovery, social development, governance reforms, environmental sustainability efforts, and international […]
PSC and PSRU Bosses Attend Digital Government Summit in Zambia

The Director of Public Sector Reform Unit (PSRU), Mr. Sulaiman Phoray-Musa and the Chairman of the Public Service Commission (PSC), Mr. Kalilu O. Bah attended this years Digital Government African Summit hosted in Lusaka, Zambia from 2nd–4th October 2024. The 2024 Digital Government Africa Summit is organized under the patronage and with the Cabinet approval […]
BSL Makes Slight Increase in Monetary Policy Rate by 0.50%

Bank Governor, Dr Ibrahim Stevens At its meeting on 30 September, 2024, the Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Sierra Leone recommended and received the approval of the Board of Directors of the Bank on the same day to increase its Monetary policy rates effective 1 October 2024 as follows: The Monetary policy […]
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House Speaker Explains SL’s Legal Stance to Eliminate Child Marriage

Rt. Hon. Speaker of the Sixth Parliament of Sierra Leone, Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, has showcased Sierra Leone’s unwavering commitment and effort in protecting the girl child. The country recently signed the ‘Prohibition of Child Marriage Act 2024’, a landmark legislation that makes it illegal to marry children under the age of 18, thereby significantly […]
Massive Seaweed Invasion Disrupts Lungi Beaches and Surrounding Communities

By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara Residents of Lungi, particularly those living near the beaches, are raising growing concerns as massive quantities of seaweed continue to wash ashore, disrupting daily life and sending a foul odor throughout the area. What was once a peaceful coastal environment has become a source of discomfort for both beachgoers…...
Lungi Struggles with Electricity Challenges
By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara Lungi, the gateway to Sierra Leone through its international airport, continues to grapple with severe electricity shortages, leaving residents frustrated and struggling. Despite its strategic importance, Lungi’s power supply situation has become nothing short of deplorable. For a while, residents received six hours of electricity daily, typically from…...