By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter Sierra Leone and five other West African countries have launched a $5 million Rice Investment Facility at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 to scale financing for competitive rice value chains. Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh joined the regional roundtable on “Scaling Innovative Finance for Competitive Rice Value Chains”…

By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter Sierra Leone and five other West African countries have launched a $5 million Rice Investment Facility at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 to scale financing for competitive rice value chains. Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh joined the regional roundtable on “Scaling Innovative Finance for Competitive Rice Value Chains”…

By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter The Anti-Corruption Commission has launched engagement with the Budget Advocacy Network to investigate concerns surrounding revenue collected from the 5% rice import duty and its allocation to the Agricultural Development Fund. The meeting was held at Integrity House in Tower Hill. ACC Commissioner Francis Ben Kaifala Esq. said the Commission…

By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter Dozens of young Sierra Leoneans have graduated from the Orange Foundation Sierra Leone’s Next Gen Summer Camp 2026, equipped with new skills in coding, web development and 3D design. The certification ceremony was held on Friday, August 28, 2026 at the Orange Digital Centre, bringing together children aged 7 to…

By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The Sierra Leone Correctional Service is proposing university education for persons in custody as part of broader reforms aimed at rehabilitation and reintegration. Director General Joseph J. Senessie made the proposal during the government’s weekly press conference, saying the Service is seeking partnerships with universities to create structured learning opportunities…

By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The Five-Man Committee representing unpaid beneficiaries of the Productive Social Safety Net and Youth Employment Programme has called on the Anti-Corruption Commission to conclude investigations into delayed payments “fairly and without further delay.” In a statement signed by Committee Leader Abass Kamara, the group said it respects the ACC’s mandate…

By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The Kabala Police Division has intercepted 22 people, including 12 children, who were allegedly preparing to travel to Guinea from Gbinndi Park in Kabala Town. The interception took place on August 30, 2026, according to Radio Shalom. Police said the group comprised 10 adults and 12 children. Of the adults,…

By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter FREETOWN — Women now constitute 71 per cent of magistrates in Sierra Leone, the Judiciary has revealed in a newly launched Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Resource Document. The document was formally presented to justice-sector stakeholders on Tuesday, marking a key step toward strengthening gender-responsive practices within the courts. Speaking…

By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter The Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority has transferred a combined US$19 million to government coffers over the past three years, Parliament’s select committee was told during an oversight visit to the Authority. The delegation, led by Leader of Government Business Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma, was briefed by SLPHA Director…

By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter BO — Statistics Sierra Leone has completed a one-day orientation for field personnel who will conduct a nationwide Rapid Census Awareness Perception Survey ahead of the 2026 Population and Housing Census. The training, held at Doha’s Hotel in Bo, was organised by Stats SL in partnership with the United Nations…