On Palm Sunday, the crowd did cheer,With branches waving, hearts sincere.“Blessed is He!” their voices rang,As Jesus rode, their praises sang.Hope filled the air, their spirits soared,Little did they know what lay in store. In the garden, shadows deepened,With heavy heart, in prayer He wept.“Take this cup,” His voice was frail,Betrayed with a kiss, love’s…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S. President Julius Maada Bio has inaugurated a new 10-million-ton iron ore processing plant developed by Leone Rock Metal Group, also known as Kingho Mining Company, in Tonkolili. The launch marks a significant milestone for the company, which has been operating in the region since 2021. This new facility is part…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S. Finance Minister Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura has dismissed rumors regarding the suspension of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program with Sierra Leone, affirming that the program is active and currently undergoing its regular review process. “There is no program suspension,” Minister Bangura stated. “We have a program with the IMF…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. A high-level inception meeting focused on catalytic financing for women and youth entrepreneurship took place on April 11, 2025, at the Bank Complex in Kingtom, Freetown. The event convened senior government officials and development partners, marking a significant step toward fostering inclusive economic growth in the country. Key dignitaries in…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. The National Fire Force (NFF) is ramping up public education initiatives to prevent fires in Sierra Leone, focusing on the importance of proper electrical practices. Bintu Fatmata Kamara, the NFF Public Relations Officer, stated in a recent interview that most fire incidents are preventable and often stem from human error…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S. The Sierra Leone Commission on Arms and Ammunition (SLECAA) has issued a press release urging civilian firearm owners to promptly renew their licenses for the 2025 financial year. The Commission emphasizes the importance of compliance with this requirement to maintain legal standards and ensure public safety. According to the Commission,…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. The Freetown City Council (FCC) recently convened a public consultation and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) session for its highly anticipated Freetown Cable Car Project. Held at the Freetown City Hall Auditorium, the event attracted a diverse group of stakeholders, including residents, civil society representatives, government officials, and environmental…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. The Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Social Welfare, held a solemn ceremony today in front of the Miatta Conference Hall at the Youyi Building to welcome 88 Sierra Leoneans who were forcibly expelled from Mauritania and returned via Senegal. The group comprises 45 women, 36 children, and…
You find yourself in a room with two doors. One door leads to certain freedom, while the other leads to a deadly trap. Each door is guarded by a guard. One guard always tells the truth, and the other always lies, but you don’t know which is which. You can ask one guard a single…
In a bustling city, where the rain fell like a curtain separating lives, Mia rushed to catch her bus, her umbrella flipping inside out in the gusty wind. Just as she stumbled, a firm hand grasped her elbow, steadying her. It belonged to Alex, a stranger with a warm smile and kind eyes that sparkled…
