Local News

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S The search for five-year-old Joseph Elvis Amara has ended in tragedy. The young boy, reported missing on Sunday, February 23, was found dead in a well on Monday, February 24, 2025. Joseph disappeared around 5:00 PM on Sunday, prompting a frantic search by his family and community members. Tragically, his…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Three individuals have been arrested in Bo City for their alleged involvement in a money-doubling scam that defrauded a local resident of Le 18,200. The suspects—Alhaji Kutubu of Hanson Road, Abubakarr Jah of Hard-up Lane, and Paul Max Bio, also known as Wizzy, from New Site—were apprehended following a report…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S The Paragons Foundation–Sierra Leone successfully convened its 7th Annual Summit at the Malachy Motel in Moyamba. The event commenced with a keynote address by Mr. Joseph Gbogba, followed by speeches from Mr. James Foh, representing the Former United Methodist Young Adults (FUMYA), and Rev. Michael Columba, Regional District Superintendent. As…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Josephine Kargbo, a dedicated mother, entrepreneur, and civil servant at the Ministry of Education in Sierra Leone, is urgently seeking medical assistance in her fight against breast cancer. Josephine’s journey began when she discovered a lump in her left breast after breastfeeding. Following her concerns, she underwent surgery at Connaught…

Bo, Sierra Leone – Pastor Ezekiel Musa Koroma, leader of Freedom Chapel Evangelistic Ministry, is currently in police custody following allegations of domestic violence and child abuse. On February 13, the pastor reportedly assaulted his pregnant wife and child after she invited her mother to assist with domestic chores. Witnesses claim that Pastor Musa has…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Court of Appeal has issued a bench warrant for surety Isha Baby Mansaray of No. 7 Tucker Drive, Majay Town, and appellant Mohamed Kamarainba Mansaray for their failure to appear before the court. The warrant was issued during a hearing where A.J.M. Bockarie Esq. represented…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Makeni City, Sierra Leone – Ahmed Nasralla, president of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ), has urged for fair representation of women in journalism during his address at the Women in the Media Sierra Leone (WIMSAL) Annual General Meeting on February 21, 2025, at the UNIMAK Auditorium. Emphasizing the…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – In a compelling address at the first Annual General Meeting (AGM) of The Lawyer’s Society, Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr underscored the vital role of lawyers in maintaining democratic governance. She called upon legal professionals to demonstrate courage, commitment, and consistency in their service to the community. As…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S In a groundbreaking collaboration, Slango and Moped are joining forces to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Sierra Leone. From February 24th to 28th, 2025, the Miatta Conference Hall will serve as the vibrant backdrop for this momentous celebration, themed “Empowering Communities for Sustainable…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S On Sierra Leone’s Armed Forces Day, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio honored the nation’s military while reflecting on his own pivotal role within it. A former officer in the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), President Bio marked the occasion with a deeply personal tribute to the men and…