Media Reforms in Focus: The Gambia and Sierra Leone’s Efforts Toward Press Freedom
By Michaella Faith Wright The Gambia and Sierra Leone have both initiated media reforms aimed at promoting press freedom and enhancing access to information. While progress is evident, journalists in both countries still face challenges ranging from harassment to financial instability of media houses. Media plays a crucial role in democracy by holding governments…...
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Enhancing Media Professionalism in the 21st Century
By Alpha Jalloh In the 21st century, media plays an increasingly influential role in shaping public opinion, policy, and societal values. However, with the rise of misinformation, political polarization, and the digital transformation of news, enhancing media professionalism is critical to maintaining public trust and ensuring the integrity of information. To achieve this,…...
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Misconceptions about Public Relations
By Sorie Rahman Sesay Just as people misunderstand lot of things in our society, the field of public relations is not an exception. This misunderstanding stems from people who never read a line about the discipline. This is why people who wanted to pursue Public Relations changed their minds because they were told…...
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Development Challenges Outside Freetown
By Dadson A. Musa Sierra Leone, founded in 1462 by Pedro Da Cintra was viewed by the Portuguese as a lion mountain for the simple fact of the timing, which was in the raining season and the mountainous landscape he saw from the ocean. So, our name as a country was derived from…...
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The Daily Struggles of Commercial Drivers in Sierra Leone
By Abubakarr Sankoh Commercial drivers are the backbone of Sierra Leone’s transport system, yet they face a range of challenges that threaten their livelihoods and the efficiency of the transportation network. Whether driving taxis, kekes (tricycles), or buses, these drivers endure daily hardships that go largely unnoticed. As the country’s economic growth and…...
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Ending Child Trafficking in Sierra Leone: A Call to Action
byChernor M. Jalloh In a poignant and significant gathering on August 28th, 2024, the Bintumani Hotel in Freetown was the venue for a retrospective session focused on the ongoing battle against child trafficking in Sierra Leone. Organized by the Government of Sierra Leone and the Center on Human Trafficking Research & Outreach (CenHTRO), […]
Breaking Barriers: Women Leading the Way in Male-Dominated Industries
By Michaella Faith Wright In an era where gender equality is at the forefront of global conversations, women are pushing boundaries and making remarkable strides in industries once deemed inaccessible. These women are rewriting the rules, proving that no field—whether construction, technology, or finance—is off-limits. Their success stories, filled with persistence, skill, and…...
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Exploring Human Rights Prowess in Sierra Leone
By Dadson A. Musa Human rights issues are issues that pertain to the well-being of people, especially the vulnerable. It enhances civility, peaceful coexistence and a fair and just society anywhere in the world. The rights of people flourish, especially in a democratic dispensation like we have in Sierra Leone. One of…...
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Journalism’s Role in the Era of Misinformation
By Fatmata Binta Bah In this era of misinformation, journalism plays a vital role as the gatekeeper of truth and a defender of democratic values. With the rise of social media and proliferation of unverified content, disinformation can spread quickly, leading to confusion, distrust and division. As the digital landscape enables the rapid spread…...
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Transforming Higher Education in Sierra Leone: A Path to Sustainable Development
by Chernor M. Jalloh Lecturer of Governance, Leadership & Development Studies, IPAM – University of Sierra Leone Introduction Higher education holds the key to unlocking Sierra Leone’s potential, driving not only national development but also positioning the country as a regional leader in West Africa. As Sierra Leone works to overcome […]
