Sierra Leonean Scholar Makes Groundbreaking Discovery
Ibrahim Koroma, a Lecturer at Fourah Bay College has developed a dry food concentrate from fish and plants, which contains many useful microelements and is completely natural and does not smell like fish. Ibrahim came to ASTU to study for a postgraduate degree under the state program and will soon receive a PhD degree. He […]
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ππ² ππ§ππ‘π¨π§π² πππ§ππ² π-π In a landmark moment for the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, the newly elected President convened a pivotal preparatory meeting via zoom to outline the organizationβs strategic vision and future initiatives. The virtual session brought together key figures, including Vice […]
Word Water Day: SALWACO MD Delivers Compelling Keynote
The Managing Director of the Sierra Leone Water Company (SALWACO), Ing. George Lamin Vandi has delivered a compelling keynote address on behalf of the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation during the World Water Day Commemoration at an event organized at the Miatta Conference Centre, Youyi Building in Freetown, on Saturday March 22nd, 2025. The […]
Christian Fellowship donates NLe10,000 to support construction of Church in Parliament
By Sulaiman Jalloh The Parliament Christian Fellowship Sierra Leone has on Thursday, March 20, 2025 gestured Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, Speaker of the sixth Parliament of Sierra Leone with a cash amounting to Ten Thousand Leones (Le 10,000) for the ongoing construction of the Church edifice in Parliament. Presenting the cash to the […]
Responsible Journalism – Upholding Ethics in Sierra Leone and The Gambia
By Michaella Faith Wright As media landscapes in Sierra Leone and The Gambia continue to evolve, the need for responsible journalism has never been more critical. Journalists in both nations face the challenge of balancing press freedom with ethical reporting, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and accountability in an era of misinformation and political tensions. […]
CCSL Forms Strategic Partnership with SLP to Enhance Community Policing
The Council of Churches in Sierra Leone (CCSL) announced on 19th March, 2025, a pivotal partnership with the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) aimed at bolstering community-centered policing efforts across the nation. A delegation from CCSL, led by Programme Manager Rev. Moses Khanu, visited the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. William Fayia Sellu, at the […]
Eastern Freetown Grapples with Deplorable Road Network
By Josephine Sesay Residents of east Freetown face increasing challenges due to the deteriorating condition of key roads and bridges. The Kissy Bypass Road, commonly known as the Old Road, has suffered significant structural damage, with large fractures appearing on its retaining walls and portions of the structure already collapsed. This damage poses a […]
Former Executive Director of Miss Freetown Beauty Pageant Dismissed for Allegedly Embezzling 52 million old Leones
By Josephine Sesay The Lake Group of Companies SL Ltd has announced the immediate dismissal of Ms. Esther Y. Kamara from her position as Executive Director of Miss Freetown Beauty Pageant (MFBP) SL Limited following a thorough two-month investigation into financial misconduct. The investigation, conducted under the leadership of Kamara Musa Mark, Chief […]
Substance Abuse Among Youths – Causes and Solutions
By Aminata Abu Bakarr Kamara Substance abuse among youths in Sierra Leone is becoming an alarming social issue, threatening the future of many young people and the nation as a whole. The increasing use of drugs such as kush, tramadol, cannabis, and alcohol among teenagers and young adults has raised serious concerns about public […]
Exploring Sea Transportation Crucibles at River Rokel (Lungi-Freetown)
By Kadiatu A Turay The River Rokel, Sierra Leone’s largest river, serves as a vital artery connecting the capital city, Freetown, to Lungi, home to the country’s only international airport. This waterway is not just a geographical feature but a lifeline for commerce, travel, and cultural exchange. However, the sea transportation system on […]
