Striking a balance: Our rights versus our responsibilities
By Bockarie Abdel Aziz Bawoh – Deputy Minister – MoICE In the intricate web of our current political landscape, the understanding of citizens’ rights and responsibilities could form the cornerstone of our collective harmony and progress. While our rights empower us with freedoms and protections, our responsibilities should tether them to the welfare and […]
Hon. Emmerson Lamina presents report on mines, minerals
By Sulaiman Jalloh Hon. Emmerson Lamina Hon. Emmerson Lamina representing the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) has, during the recent 53rd sitting of the Sixth Parliament of the second Republic at the Parliament Building on Tower Hill in Freetown, presented the first report of the Mines and Minerals Committee. According to Hon…....
House Speaker cautions committee chairmen
By Sulaiman Jalloh House Speaker Hon. Segepoh Thomas The Speaker of the Sixth Parliament of the second Republic Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas has, during the recent 53rd sitting at the Parliament Building on Tower Hill in Freetown, cautioned all Oversight Committee Chairmen to produce a report for oversight functions. The Speaker of Parliament…...
MP raises concerns on water pollution
By Sulaiman Jalloh Hon. Alice Kumabeh Hon. Alice Kumabeh representing the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) in Parliament, has during the recent 53rd sitting of the Sixth Parliament of the second Republic at the Parliament Building on Tower Hill in Freetown, expressed grave concerns about what she considered as alarming water pollution…...
NP Sponsors Inter-Sec Squash Tournament
By Dadson A. Musa A two-day inter-sec tournament of squash game, consisting eleven schools has been held at the St. Edwards’ Secondary School ground, Kingtom, Freetown. The event which was held from the 31st of May 2024 to the 1st of June 2024 was supervised by Sierra Leone Squash Association and graced by a…...
Communications Ministry to Host Tech & Innovation Summit
By Maada Lans Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Communications, Technology, and Innovation has informed that the 2024 Sierra Leone Innovates; Tech and Innovation Summit which is scheduled to take place from June 11th to 13th 2024, at the Freetown International Conference Center – Bintumani would be a highly anticipated event which aims to be a…...
WAYS TO IMPROVE EDUCATION IN SIERRA LEONE
By Rev. Dr. Paul Bala Samura The government of Sierra Leone must intentionally improve its educational system. Recently, each government has had many ministers and other officials with terminal degrees (Doctorates), which is excellent. But is this resonating with the educational standards? When did you hear a minister commenting on education, schools, teachers, management, […]
Gender Minister Launches “Women Power 2030” Initiative to Tackle Climate Change
By Michaella Faith Wright In a significant move towards sustainable development and gender equality, the Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Hon. Dr. Isata Mahoi, officially launched the “Women Power 2030 – Feminists Accelerate Action for Sustainable Development Project.” The unveiling event took place at Brothers Entertainment on Syke Street and drew attention to…...
Law Graduates Start Volunteer Programme with NSA
Ten law graduates drawn from different colleges have begun volunteer programmes with the National Sports Authority (NSA) at its Signal Hill Road office in Freetown. The programme is designed to last for a minimum of three months. NSA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai Esq said the initiative aims to provide an opportunity for fresh […]
Youth Minister Lunches Amref Health Africa Advocacy Project
By Komba Fillie Amref Health Africa and Y-ACT in partnership with Youth Partnership for Peace and Development on Wednesday 5th June 2024 launched their project title: “Empowering Youth Advocacy for Sexual and Reproductive Health in Sierra Leone”. The Launching was held at the Atlantic Hotel Lumley Beach in Freetown. Launching the project, the Minister…...