By Josephine Sesay In recent years, Sierra Leone’s government has taken significant steps to promote gender equality, implementing policies aimed at enhancing the rights and opportunities of women and girls. From introducing laws that protect women from violence to promoting female education, the country has recognized the importance
By Josephine Sesay Sierra Leone is a nation rich in history, culture, and potential. Yet, when it comes to its education system, the country continues to face significant challenges. For decades, poor infrastructure, limited resources, and systemic inefficiencies have hindered the ability of young people to receive quality
By Michaella Faith Wright Mariama Seray Marrah, a rising icon in youth and women’s empowerment, has captured attention locally and internationally for her relentless activism, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to humanitarian causes. Born and raised in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Mariama hails from an extended Islamic family that emphasized education
By Josephine Sesay On January 14, 2025, the Chief Minister of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, released a compelling audio message urging citizens to register and join the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP). In the 46th edition of his audio series, Dr. Sengeh emphasized that
By Sulaiman Jalloh Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, the Deputy Speaker Parliament and chairman of the parliamentary Public Account Committee (PAC) has said the government’s main agricultural store located at Kissy warehouse in a Freetown is a mockery to the Feed Salone initiative. The 2023 Audit General’s report raised issues
By Sulaiman Jalloh Addressing government workers on Monday, January 20, 2025, at the administrative building in Parliament, honorable Aaron Aruna Koroma, deputy leader 2 of the opposition in Parliament representing the people of Tonkolilli district, north-eastern Sierra Leone and a member of the Parliamentary Public Account Committee (PAC), said
By Sulaiman Jalloh The Parliament of Sierra Leone during its 29th plenary sittings on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 unanimously rarified three national and international water courses conventions. The conventions include; Convention on the protection and use of trans boundary water courses and international lakes, 17, March1992. Convention on the
The undisputed leader in the banking industry of Sierra Leone, Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) has taken a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability within its operations. The Board Chairman, Mr. Ira Nyake Amara, addressed reforms in the Procurement Unit following concerns raised in the 2023 Audit Report. He
By Kadiatu A Turay Sierra Leone, a nation rich in natural resources and cultural heritage, faces significant challenges related to smuggling and contraband. These illicit activities not only undermine the country’s economic stability but also pose serious security and public health risks. Recent incidents and arrests have brought
By Thaimu T. Kamara Chernor Bah, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, is earning widespread acclaim for his exceptional leadership, groundbreaking initiatives, and transformative approach to governance. Many citizens and observers have lauded him as the best minister to ever serve in this capacity since the nation’s
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