Commending the Distinguished Contributions of Dr. Alhaji Sarjoh Bah in Sierra Leone’s Continued Commitment to Somalia under AUSSOM
By SaikuJohn Barrie In a significant demonstration of steadfast dedication and unparalleled leadership, Dr. Alhaji Sarjoh Bah, the illustrious African Union(AU) director of the Conflict Management Directorate, Political Affairs, and Peace and Security Department, has once again proven his mettle. His relentless advocacy for Sierra Leone’s sustained involvement in Somalia under the newly established […]
THE CUMMINGS’ CONNECTION
By Jensen Brian Abass Cummings What Sierra Leone Needs Now – A Holistic and Comprehensive National Development Plan Since the end of the brutal civil war, Sierra Leone has been striving to rebuild itself, often at the expense of its citizens. Various governments have taken office, each bringing its own manifesto aimed at […]
Opposition Leader Loses Home to Fire in Freetown
By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Hon. Abdul Kargbo, has lost his home in Freetown to a devastating fire on Tuesday, February 24, 2025. The incident, which resulted in the complete destruction of his property, was reportedly caused by electrical issues. Speaking on the incident, Hon. Kargbo revealed […]
Saannie Medical Services – Pioneering Excellence in Healthcare Services
One thing that cannot be taken away in so far as agendas of this nature are concerned is the fact that Sierra Leone still grapples with some challenging health care systems and services, but we have a few institutions that are matching standards and leaving up to expectations and this is where the Saannie Medical […]
RAIC Engages UN Coordinating Office on ATI
A delegation from the Right to Access Information Commission (RAIC) visited the United Nations Coordinating Office for Sierra Leone at Fourah Bay Close, Freetown, on Monday, February 17, 2025. The team met with Robert Banamwana, Head of the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, to discuss RAIC’s mandate and explore potential collaboration in promoting transparency and accountability, […]
NRA and Finance Ministry Roll Out Strategic Approach to Enhance Revenue Performance
In a bid to revamp domestic revenue generation the National Revenue Authority and the Minister of Finance on 26th February, 2025, embarked on efforts to address pressing challenges and implement measures aimed at enhancing revenue performance. In the meeting with NRA Senior Management at the Customs Services Department, the Minister of Finance Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura […]
BAN Trains Journalists and CSOs on Public Debt Management and Accountability
By Sulaiman Jalloh Budget Advocacy Network (BAN), a civil society organization in Sierra Leone that promotes budget participation, openness, and accountability in the country, in collaboration with the Public Debt Management division of the Ministry of Finance on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in Freetown, climaxed a three-day training for journalists and civil society activists […]
Sierra Leone Reporters Union Trains Journalists on Research and Reporting
By Thaimu T Kamara In a significant gesture the Institute for Development, in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Reporters Union (SLRU), has successfully trained 25 journalists in research for better reporting. The training, held at the Bintumani Hotel Conference Hall in Aberdeen, aimed to enhance the capacity of media professionals in analyzing and interpreting […]
Orange Network Disruptions Frustrate Mile 91 Residents and Businesses
By Thaimu T Kamara In Mile 91 town, Tonkolili District, for over a week, residents have been experiencing severe network disruptions with Orange Sierra Leone, affecting both communication and financial transactions. Customers and Orange Money agents have raised concerns about the negative impact on their daily activities, urging the company to address the issue […]
Chief Minister Engages SLARI Leadership
By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara In a bid to strengthen agricultural research and improve working conditions for researchers, Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh engaged with the leadership of the Sierra Leone Agricultural Research Institute (SLARI) on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at State House. The high-level discussion, which included the Minister of Agriculture and […]
