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Umaru Bah Becomes Team Manager for Leone Stars

By Sheku Putka Kamara   The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has officially appointed Mr. Umaru Bah as the new Team Manager of the Leone Stars, the country’s senior national football team. The decision was made by the SLFA Executive Committee, recognizing Mr. Bah’s extensive experience and success in football management. Mr. Bah, who currently…...

Bio Calls for Global Action Against Injustice – Second Lead

By Sheku Putka Kamara   President Julius Maada Bio has called for a global action against injustice and fair representation at high-level event on peace and security during the 2024 Forum on the China-Africa Cooperation which was held in Beijing China on Thursday September 5th, 2024. The session attracted a host of dignitaries and world…...

Ahead of Hosting Women in Tourism Regional Congress, MTCA Holds Inter-MDA Dialogue

In readiness for the Women in Tourism Leadership African Congress (WiTLAC) to be hosted by the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs in collaboration with UN Tourism, the Ministry has in a meeting engaged key Ministries, department and Agencies (MDAs) and stakeholders on their roles and responsibilities towards the inaugural hosting of the Regional Women […]

MTHE Concludes Two-Day Training of Trainers for UNDP Upskilling Project

The Ministry of Technical and Higher Education (MTHE), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has concluded a two-day training of trainers on “refrigeration” and “building and construction.” This training aims to equip 100 young men and women with formal certification for their skills, providing them with opportunities for employment and career advancement. […]

High Cost of Rice in Sierra Leone – A Growing Concern for Citizens 

By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara   In Sierra Leone, rice is more than just a staple food—it’s a cultural cornerstone and a daily necessity for millions of families. However, the soaring price of this essential commodity has left many citizens, particularly those less privileged, struggling to make ends meet. Last month, I visited the Tintafor…...

First Ladies Convene in Beijing to Champion Women’s Education and Empowerment

By Kadiatu A. Turay   In a powerful display of solidarity and commitment to advancing the cause of women’s education, First Ladies from various nations gathered in Beijing for a high-level summit aimed at addressing the challenges and opportunities in the global education sector. The event, hosted under the theme “Educate to Empower,” brought together…...

FAHP Hosts Bloodless Bondo Rite in Moyamba District

By Kadiatu A Turay   The Forum Against Harmful Practices (FAHP) has officiated a bloodless Bondo rite in Moyamba District, marking a significant milestone in the fight against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Sierra Leone. The ceremony brought together community leaders, activists, and local women to celebrate an alternative form of the traditional rite that…...