On 25 September 2025, Sierra Leone, through Hon. Ibrahim Sannoh, Minister of Youth Affairs, stood at the helm of history, co-chairing the UN’s commemoration of 30 years of the World Programme of Action for Youth, alongside H.E. Dr. Terrance M. Drew, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis. From
By Dadson A. Musa Living with a disability in Sierra Leone is a daily struggle, especially when it comes to mobility. For many, the lack of access to affordable transportation not only limits movement but also hinders opportunities for meaningful work and social participation. The challenge is particularly severe in
By Emma Black Sierra Leone’s long-abandoned railway system could soon be brought back to life. On the September 30, 2025, the country’s Minister of Transport and Aviation, Alhaji Fanday Turay, has announced plans to reintroduce train services as part of a wider strategy to modernize and expand the nation’s transport
By Emma Black The Sierra Leone Police have moved swiftly to defuse rising tensions between pupils of Prince of Wales Secondary School and Albert Academy after viral social media on 26 September 2025 the posts suggested plans for violent confrontations between the two institutions, The Regional Commander for Freetown West,
By Emma Black The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) and the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ), on Tuesday 30 September 2025, has concluded a two-day workshop designed to strengthen the communication skills of police media and information officers as part of
By Emma Black The Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs, Hon. Patrick Michaelson Gibrilla, has reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the vision of President Julius Maada Bio’s administration by prioritizing real investments that deliver tangible results for Sierra Leone. Widely regarded as one of the youngest yet most visible political leaders
By Emma Black The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged countries to scale up seasonal influenza vaccination programmes to protect vulnerable populations, prevent severe illness, and reduce deaths linked to annual outbreaks. This call was reinforced during a WHO Health Emergencies EPI-WIN webinar held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025,
The Ministry of Information and Civic Education hosted the historic Civic Day Series – US Edition 2025 on Tuesday, 30th September, marking a milestone in government outreach to Sierra Leoneans abroad. The event highlighted the government’s achievements across multiple sectors while reaffirming President Julius Maada Bio’s commitment to supporting the
By Emma Black The Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka, has engaged stakeholders, farmers, and schools in Kenema District as part of his nationwide tour to mark World Food Day and the second anniversary of the Feed Salone initiative. The tour highlighted government’s ongoing efforts to transform agriculture into
By Emma Black A significant event recently unfolded in the picturesque town of Sandugu, located in Karane District, as the Chieftaincy election, long awaited by the community, finally took place in Sanda Magbolontor Chiefdom. The election process was overseen with dedication by Returning Officer Commissioner Augustine and his team, ensuring
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