By: Tommy Sidikie, Reporter The Paramount Chief of Khonimaka Chiefdom, PC Kandeh Kabba Sedu I, has been suspended by the Minister of Local Government, Ambassador Tamba Lamina, following serious allegations of abuse of office. The suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place pending the outcome of a tribunal hearing, as stipulated in the…
By: Saidu Jalloh reporter Freetown, — In a significant turn of events, Magistrate Santigie Bangura of Pademba Road Court No. 2 has mandated the appearance of former Finance Minister Patricia Laverly in court to answer charges stemming from her alleged assault of Tourism Minister Nabella Farida Tunis. This directive was issued on November 28, 2024,…
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter The National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) officially hosted the World Bank Implementation Support Mission (ISM) for the Productive Social Safety Net and Youth Employment (PSSNYE) project on Monday, December 2, 2024. Led by Senior Social Protection Specialist Abu Kargbo and Senior Economist Samik Adhikari, this mission marks the beginning of…
By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter The Human Rights Commission of Sierra Leone (HRCSL), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Irish Aid, recently organized a two-day consultative workshop aimed at advancing the development of a National Action Plan (NAP) on Business and Human Rights. Held on November 28 and 29, 2024, at the…
By: Tommy Sidikie, Reporter Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone, is scheduled to deliver a high-profile public lecture on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Milton Margai Technical University’s Goderich Campus in Freetown. The event aims to engage students, faculty, and professionals in meaningful discussions on critical societal…
B: Joseph Momoh, Reporter In a neighborhood once filled with laughter and joy, 12-year-old Aminata Sesay stands at a heartbreaking crossroads. A bright student at the United Methodist Girls’ School, her radiant smile has dimmed as she fights a relentless battle against cancer that threatens to take away her ability to walk. “It all started…
In the silence where stigma often hides, A voice rises strong, where hope abides. On this day, we stand, united and brave, For every life saved, for every soul’s wave. Let’s break the chains of fear and despair, With love as our armor, we show that we care. Together we march, hand in hand, side…
By: Elizabeth A. Kaine As we observe World HIV Day, it is crucial to reflect on the tireless work of health workers and the challenges faced by individuals living with HIV, particularly in African countries like Sierra Leone. The dual battle against the virus and the pervasive stigma associated with it is a pressing issue…
By: Elizabeth A. Kaine In Sierra Leone, the role of journalism is crucial yet often undermined by a pervasive culture of skepticism and hostility. Journalists serve as the watchdogs of democracy, providing essential information on human rights violations and public interest issues. However, when unfavorable stories are published, institutions frequently retaliate by employing other journalists…
By Simeon Gbani, Reporter, Kabala The Cause Canada Sierra Leone Partnership has launched an innovative integrated school feeding program titled “Wi Eat watin wi dae plant.” The initiative was inaugurated on November 28, 2024, at the Koinadugu District Education Office. This program aims to provide nutritious meals to students in six pilot schools within the…
