Sierra Leone Police Strengthen Officers’ Health with Nationwide Medical Supply Distribution
By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara In a major move to enhance the health and well-being of its personnel, the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has launched a nationwide medical supply distribution exercise. The initiative, which commenced on February 12, 2025, is being spearheaded by ASP Dr. Konteh, Deputy Head of the Sierra Leone Police […]
VP Dr Juldeh Jalloh Calls for Consolidation of Gains in the Health Sector
By Lamina Kamara Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has called for stronger collaboration with medical practitioners to consolidate gains of the President Bio led government in improving the country’s health sector. The Vice President made the call for mutual collaboration at the 47th Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the Sierra Leone […]
Aviation Chief Engages in Global Dialogue on Sustainable Air Travel
By Kadiatu A Turay Madam Musayeroh Barrie, Director General of the Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SLCAA), actively participated in the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) 2025, held from February 10 to 12 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The symposium, themed “The Next Flight: Innovating for a Sustainable […]
At CSTC Graduation, Minister Amara Kallon Reaffirms Government’s Commitment to Public Service Reform
Delivering the keynote address at the graduation ceremony of civil servants from the Civil Service Training College (CSTC) in Freetown, the Honourable Minister of Public Administration and Political Affairs, Amara Kallon, underscored government’s unwavering commitment to revitalizing the public service. He emphasized that strengthening public sector institutions is a cornerstone of good governance, efficiency, and […]
SALWACO’S Regional Manager-East Embarks on Familiarization & Assessment Tour
Mr. Braima Allieu, the Regional Manager of SALWACO-East, has visited the Kailahun Water Treatment Station to assess work/progress so far under the Six Towns Water Supply Project funded by the government of Sierra Leone. The project according to Mr. Allieu is aimed at optimizing the water supply system in Kailahun township as the demand for […]
Freetown Structural Plan Discussion Workshop Held to Shape City’s Future
By Expo Times Correspondent The Ministry of Lands, with support from the World Bank and in collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Finance, Freetown City Council amongst others, has organized a two-day Freetown Structural Plan Discussion Workshop. The event, held at the Freetown City Council Chamber, focused on the development of […]
Court Martial – Six Military Officers Jailed for Attempted Coup to Oust President Bio
Kadiatu A Turay A Court Martial in Sierra Leone sentenced six military personnel to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in subversive activities aimed at overthrowing President Julius Maada Bio. The ruling, delivered on February 12th, 2025, follows months of legal proceedings that found the officers guilty of mutiny, desertion, and failure to […]
Drug Trafficking in Sierra Leone: A Growing Threat to National Security and Public Health
By Kadiatu A Turay Andrew Jaia Kai Kai, Executive Director of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency—what is he really doing? Drug trafficking has become a significant challenge for Sierra Leone, threatening national security, public health, and socio-economic development. While the country is not a major producer of illicit drugs, its strategic location along the […]
Liberian President Suspends 457 Government Officials for Non-Compliance with Assets Declaration
By Sulaiman Jalloh President of the Republic of Liberia, Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., has announced the suspension without salary of all government officials who failed to declare their assets within the required timeframe. His action is in accordance with Article 2, Section 10.2(h) of the Act to Amend Section 5.2 and Section 10.2 of […]
Mobile Money Companies Praise Central Bank’s Instant Payment System
Mobile money companies have praised the Central Bank’s initiative to launch an instant payment system. The system is part of the national switch system which allows automatic transaction from devices like mobile phone or computer direct into bank accounts and vise verca. Bank Governor, Dr Ibrahim Stevens said they have been working on the initiative […]
