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Sannoh and CHRDI Launch Youth Parliament Initiative
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. The Minister of Youth Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Sannoh, has collaborated with the Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI) to address pressing human rights issues affecting young people in Sierra Leone. During a recent meeting, CHRDI’s Executive Director, Mr. Andrew Fatorma, presented the organization’s latest Human Rights Monitoring Visitation…
ECSL Unveils State-of-the-Art Media Center in Freetown
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. The Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) officially inaugurated its state-of-the-art Ultra-Modern Media Center on May 28, 2024, at its headquarters in Tower Hill, Freetown. Designed with cutting-edge technology, the media center aims to host a variety of events that meet international standards. Chief Electoral Commissioner Mohamed Konneh expressed gratitude…
UAE Donates 20,000 Mpox Vaccines to Support Sierra Leone’s Health Response
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S. The Government of the United Arab Emirates has donated 20,000 doses of Mpox vaccine to Sierra Leone to bolster the country’s efforts in responding to the ongoing disease outbreak. Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to the UAE, Rashid Sesay, expressed gratitude for the timely donation, stating, “On behalf of His Excellency President…
APC Condemns Districts Announcement as Political Maneuver
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S The All Peoples Congress (APC) Party has issued a strong condemnation of the recent announcement by the Minister of Local Government and Community Affairs, Hon. Tamba Lamin, regarding the creation of two new districts, Bandajuma and Kpangoma, as well as new cities including the Lungi Township. This declaration was made…
Zainab Gbla Awarded UN Woman Police Officer of the Year
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S. Freetown, 28th May 2025 – Chief Superintendent Zainab Mbalu Gbla of the Sierra Leone Police has been honored with the prestigious United Nations Woman Police Officer of the Year Award for 2024. UN Secretary-General António Guterres will recognize her exceptional contributions during a ceremony, marking a significant moment of national…
Community Development Boosted by New Mining Act, Says Deputy Minister of Mines
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S. Moyamba District, 28th May 2025 – Deputy Minister of Mines, Umaru Napoleon Koroma, announced significant community development gains resulting from the Mines and Mineral Development Act 2023 during the Civic Day Series in Moyamba. This legislation requires mining companies to contribute 1% of their gross revenue to Community Development Funds,…
Koidu Limited Accuses ACC of Bias, Demands Investigation into $173 Million Payments to Government
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S. Freetown, 28th May 2025 – Koidu Limited, Sierra Leone’s largest mining company, has publicly challenged the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) over its ongoing investigation, claiming the commission’s actions are “baseless” and unduly influenced by the First Lady, Mrs. Fatima Bio. In a letter dated May 13, 2025, addressed to ACC Commissioner…
Aureol Insurance Reports Strong Performance Amid Economic Challenges
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S In a year marked by economic turbulence and regulatory transformation, Aureol Insurance Company Limited has emerged stronger, reaffirming its legacy of resilience and accountability. During its Annual General Meeting held virtually via Zoom on May 21, 2025, shareholders were presented with the delayed 2023 Financial Report, necessitated by the implementation…
Freetown International Airport Enhances Safety Measures Amid Mpox Surge
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S The Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SLCAA), in collaboration with the National Civil Aviation Facilitation Committee (NCAFC), has implemented new public health safety measures at Freetown International Airport (FNA) due to a recent surge in Mpox cases across the country. Key actions include the installation of thermal imaging cameras at…
Health Minister and WHO Chief Join Forces to Tackle Mpox in Sierra Leone
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Sierra Leone’s Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, recently met with the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, to enhance collaboration in response to the rising Mpox cases in the country. The meeting comes as Sierra Leone reports 1,409 active Mpox cases, with new infections…