Focusing on Core Developmental Goals for Sierra Leone
By Jensen Brian Abass Cummings In reflecting upon the trajectory of our beloved Sierra Leone, one cannot help but ponder if we are truly on the path that our forefathers envisioned for us. While some may argue that the times of yesteryears were marred with challenges, I maintain the belief that there was…...
The Medium-term development plan will be available on Jan. 31st – Kenyeh Barlay
By; Sulaiman Jalloh The Minister of Planning and Economic Development Kenyeh Barlay has disclosed that, the Medium-term development plan will be available to the public on January 31st, 2024, adding this is the longest medium term planted as it runs for seven to match with the global SDG 2030, noting Economic development is…...
First Lady dialogues with female councillors to champion Feed Salone Project
Her Excellency, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, the First Lady of Sierra Leone, has been actively involved in various initiatives aimed at empowering women and promoting social development in Sierra Leone. As a prominent figure in the country, she has played a significant role in advocating for women’s rights, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment. On January […]
Sierra Leone: Navigating the data oasis for growth
By Abu Bakarr Jalloh Imagine a thriving Sierra Leone, fueled by the power of information. Businesses making informed decisions, government crafting targeted policies, and citizens empowered by data-driven solutions. This vision, once fantastical, is now tantalizingly close thanks to the burgeoning global data landscape. However, harnessing this power requires a fundamental shift in Sierra […]
APC leadership in parliament meets President Bio
His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has received the parliamentary leadership of the opposition All People’s Congress (APC), at state House on Monday, 15th January, 2024. The Members of Parliament called at the presidency to discuss how they as the opposition can support effective governance and condemned the failed attempted coup of 26 November […]
KUSH – Court slams four years imprisonment
By Mohamed Mansaray in Kenema. Mustapha Dumbuya of Showfield in Kenema was arraigned before presiding magistrate Mustapha Briama-Jah of Magistrate Court No. 2 in Kenema for the possession of narcotics contrary to Sec. 48(1) of the Pharmacy and Drugs Act of 2001. According to the particulars of offence, the accused on December 15, 2023,…...
Man gets 12 years jail for house breaking
By Mohamed Mansaray in Kenema Emmanuel Amara, aged 25, residing at Forniko Section in Kenema has been sentenced to twelve years (12yrs) Imprisonment by the High Court Judge, Hon. Justice Francis Banks-Kamara of the High Court in Kenema for housebreaking larceny contrary to Sec 26(1) of the Larceny Act of 1916. According to the…...
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Why former President Ernest Koroma did not appear in court today?
By Alusine Fullah In the ongoing preliminary treason case at Magistrate Court No.2, former president Ernest Bai Koroma did not appear in court today 17th January 2024. Magistrate Santigie Bangura asked for the whereabouts of the former president who faces treason charges. Responding to Magistrate Bangura, Lawyer Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara, head of Koroma’s defence…...
Former President Koroma Granted Bail
By Sulaiman Jalloh Sierra Leone’s former president, Dr. Earnest Bai Koroma has been granted bail by high court judge, Justice Taylor. The bail is to allow the former leader travel to Nigeria on medical grounds. The bail comes amid speculations that the Government of Sierra Leone and the regional bloc ECOWAS reached a…...