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By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, emphasized his commitment to advocating for Africa during a press conference held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The Minister reported on his recent visit to Denmark, where he urged the Danish government to maintain its pledge of allocating 0.7% of…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S On March 11, 2025, the Parliament of Sierra Leone unanimously approved the National Counter-Terrorism Act of 2024, following a thorough review and several amendments. The legislation aims to establish a National Counter-Terrorism Coordination Committee, define terrorism-related offenses, and implement measures against terrorist financing, among other provisions. The bill’s passage came…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Chief Electoral Commissioner Zainab Iyamide Joaque has issued a stern warning to aspirants within the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) regarding premature campaigning ahead of the official timeline. In a notice to SLAJ members dated March 10, 2025, she emphasized the importance of adhering to the rules governing the…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Two individuals, Osman Dumbuya, a farmer, and Sheka Foday Turay, a student, appeared before Magistrate Sahr Kekura at Pademba Road Court No. 1 on charges of conspiracy to defraud and obtaining money by false pretenses, in violation of Section 32(1) of the Larceny Act of 1916. According to the charge…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Six individuals are awaiting judgment after being found guilty in a case involving assault and disorderly behavior at the Young Sports Club (YSC) in Freetown. One accused has been discharged. The seven defendants—Ali Jaffal, Abdul Jaffal, Abdallah Jaffal, Mohamed Jaffal, Abass Antar, Naif Antar, and Hassan Jaffal—appeared before Magistrate Santigie…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. The Sierra Leone Commission on Arms and Ammunition (SLeCAA) has officially commenced the destruction of unserviceable weapons across the nation, marking a significant step towards enhancing national security and curbing the dangers posed by illicit arms circulation. This nationwide operation began on March 9, 2025, and will continue until March…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. Members of land-owning families in the Magbafth Section of Yoni Mabanta Chiefdom, Tonkolili District, Northern Sierra Leone, have voiced strong objections to the OSARA Mining Company’s plans to conduct bauxite mining on their lands without their consent. The families claim that local authorities are proceeding with an agreement that disregards…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S The Chief Justice of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Honorable Justice Komba Kamanda, has officially inaugurated the Sexual Offences Model Court in Bo, marking a significant milestone as the first of its kind in the Southern region. During the ceremony, resident High Court Judge Hon. Justice Francis Banks-Kamara highlighted that…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S In a deeply emotional courtroom scene at Pademba Road Court No. 1, Kadiatu Carew testified against her son, Santige Kamara, who is accused of murdering his brother, Francis Amara Kanneh. The hearing, presided over by Magistrate Sahr Kekura, highlighted the tragic circumstances surrounding the case. Kamara faces murder charges under…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S On Friday, March 7, 2025, a significant advancement in the fight for women’s land rights was marked by the launch of the $1.9 million Land for Peace Project. This initiative, a collaboration between Christian Aid Sierra Leone and the Government of Sierra Leone, is funded by the UN Peace Building…