By: Joseph Momoh Dr. Fatu Forna, Executive Director of the Mama-Pikin Foundation, has congratulated the inaugural cohort of locally-trained obstetrician-gynaecologists at the Princess Christian Maternity Hospital (Cottage) in Freetown. All eight enrolled students successfully graduated in October, achieving a remarkable 100 percent pass rate. The new doctors have joined the Specialist Cadre of the African…
By: Tommy Sidikie The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results for the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for both school and private candidates. In an official statement issued on October 19, WAEC announced that the results for school candidates will be sent to their respective schools through the Metropolitan, Municipal,…
By: Saidu Jalloh In a significant development, the long-standing boundary dispute between the Kpetema and Benduma communities in Malegohun Chiefdom, Kenema District, has reached a peaceful resolution. On Friday, October 18, 2024, key stakeholders from both communities convened at the Peyama Town Barry to sign the historic Peyama Peace Accord (PPA), effectively ending a conflict…
By: Tommy Sidikie On October 13, 2024, Zainab Donzo was arrested at the Jendema Customs Complex for allegedly attempting to transport illegal narcotics, specifically four wraps of cocaine, in a significant operation against drug trafficking in the region. The arrest was made by joint security forces stationed at the border during a routine inspection when…
By: Edrie Caleb John Emmanuel George, 47, appeared before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 in Freetown on four counts of fraud-related charges, including conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretenses, fraudulent conversion, and unlawful possession. According to the charges, on 9th August 2024, at Hill Station in the western area of Freetown,…
By: Edrie Caleb John On Tuesday, 15th October 2024, a weekly press briefing was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Conference Room, where panelists discussed the ongoing transformation and digitalization in information sectors. Dr. Ibrahim Seaga Shaw, Chairman of the Right to Access Information Commission (RAIC), acknowledged the Minister of Information and Civic Education…
When I Grow Up I watched a video a few days ago, where some youths were asked, “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Some of the answers were, a chef, policeman, doctor, teacher, footballer, scientist, and a business person. The interviewer then asked whether they knew what was required to achieve their…
By: Tommy Sidikie In a celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has launched a Cultural Heritage Club at Annie Walsh Memorial School in Freetown. This initiative aims to promote Sierra Leone’s rich cultural heritage and values among students. Founded in 1849, Annie Walsh Memorial School…
By: Edrie Caleb John In the matter before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2, Chobby Williamson appeared for trial on one count of shop breaking and larceny, contrary to Section 26(1) of the Larceny Act 1916. According to the particulars of the offense, Williamson allegedly broke into the shop of Aye Kamara…
By: Elizabeth A. Kaine The ongoing land disputes in Sierra Leone present a significant challenge, particularly for Sierra Leoneans living abroad who invest their hard-earned money in properties, only to find themselves ensnared in legal battles due to fraudulent practices by landowners. The troubling trend of landowners selling the same parcel of land to multiple…
