Development

Finance Minister Urges Fiscal Discipline in 2024 Budget

By: Mohamed Babatunde Thorpe   In a parliamentary address on Friday, November 10, 2023, Finance Minister Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura emphasized the need for strict adherence to the projects outlined in the 2024 budget by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The theme of the budget, “Restoring Macroeconomic Stability while Protecting

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Education

Expectations of an Educated Individual in Sierra Leone

By Jensen Brian Abass Cummings     Introduction In Sierra Leone, the phrase “E nor fiba udat learn book sef” reflects the belief that education transcends mere academic accomplishments. It is about embodying the values ​​and principles of the community. This article explores the multifaceted expectations placed on educated individuals

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PUTKA ON EXPO

Appreciating Dr. Ibrahim Seaga Shaw

By: Sheku Putka Kamara   I have deliberately inserted this ID Card as a way to remind us all that Dr. Ibrahim Seaga Shaw is the Chief Executive and Publisher of the Expo Times Newspaper and the Expo Magazine. You can call that more publicity, but to me, this is

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Security News

Upholding the Badge: Addressing Police Conduct and Corruption in Sierra Leone

By; Tamba Sourie     Introduction: The Sierra Leone Police force, tasked with ensuring public safety and upholding the law, faces significant challenges related to officer conduct and corruption. While many police officers diligently serve their communities with integrity, there are instances where misconduct and corruption tarnish the reputation of

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EXPO TIMES EDITORIAL

Media and People – The Need to Attain Editorial Independence

In this editorial, we make a strong case on the need for news outlets to be able to set agendas that are reflective of facts and precision. We have observed that the attainment of editorial independence is almost always impossible for most media institutions. It appears that this is largely

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Development

Drivers’ Union poised to work with Government  

By; Sulaiman Jalloh     President of the Sierra Leone Motor Drivers’ Union, Alpha Amadu Bah has said they, as a Union, they work with the Government of the day, while advising that trade unions should work with the incumbent for better collaboration and development. He was speaking at the

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Economy

Sierra Leone: Macroeconomic Stability Key to Attainment of Food Security  

Moses A. Kargbo – External Affairs Officer – World Bank Macroeconomic stability built on fiscal and monetary discipline is essential to both food security and poverty reduction. Without a stable macroeconomic environment reflected in a stable real exchange rate, low rate of inflation, sustainable levels of debt, vital investments to

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Economy

Dr. Stevens is new Bank Governor

President Julius Maada Bio has appointed Dr. Ibrahim Stevens as substantive Bank Governor. Until his recent appointment, Dr. Stevens was Deputy Bank Governor at the Central Bank of Sierra Leone. He has succeeded Prof Kelfala Kallon who held the position of Bank Governor since 2018. Dr. Stevens is said to

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