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By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – Alusine Bilo Kamara and Alhassan Bilo Kamara, twin brothers who spent over a year in remand at the Magistrate Court in Waterloo, were acquitted of conspiracy to commit robbery with aggravation by the Freetown High Court on March 4, 2025. The brothers faced serious allegations following…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S Several businesses across Freetown have taken a stand against a significant increase in customs fees for clearing 40-foot containers, leading to widespread closures. Importers report that the fee has surged from NLe 120,000 to NLe 220,000, a change that has sparked fears of rising costs and economic hardship for both…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S During the Ministry of Information and Civil Education’s weekly press conference, Minister Chernor Bah refuted allegations that the Secretary to the President, Dr. Emmanuel Gaima, sabotaged the attendance of Faith Odhiambo, President of the Kenya Law Society, at the Sierra Leone Lawyers’ Society’s first Annual General Meeting and Conference. The…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (MoPED), in partnership with the Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organizations (SLANGO), has officially launched the NGO Gazette 2024-2025. In her opening remarks, Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Madam Kenyeh Barclay, emphasized the unique opportunities Sierra Leone offers for cooperation and public…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S A 38-year-old former teacher, Musa Turay, appeared before Justice Alhaji Momoh Jah Stevens at the NASSIT Court in Freetown on Tuesday, facing grave charges of sexual penetration involving two young victims. The alleged offenses involve two girls, aged 12 and 14, occurring between February and March 2024. Turay, who previously…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The 2023 Audit Report by the Audit Service Sierra Leone (ASSL) has uncovered substantial instances of ghost workers across various government departments, including the Office of the Vice President, the Sierra Leone Police, and the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources. These discrepancies have led to significant financial losses, exacerbating…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S The Government of Sierra Leone has joined forces with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to transform the nation’s agricultural landscape and address food insecurity challenges. This strategic collaboration aims to revamp Sierra Leone’s agricultural sector by enhancing research partnerships, adopting innovative agricultural technologies, and mobilizing resources to promote…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S A new treason trial commenced on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the High Court before Justice Alhaji Momoh Jah Stevens. The defendants, Alie Badara Kanu and Thaimu Bangura, are accused of conspiring to overthrow the government. Key testimony was provided by Inspector Abubakarr Kargbo from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID)…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Sierra Leone’s Minister of Communication Technology and Innovation, Salima Monorma Bah, visited Creative Hub Africa (CHA) on Monday to gain firsthand insight into the initiatives of local entrepreneurs and innovators. The visit took place at CHA’s location on Freetown Road, opposite the Lumley Police Station, and underscored the hub’s vital…

The case of Abdul Kpaka, a businessman accused of beating his girlfriend, Sia Fatu Kamara, leading to her death, took a significant turn in court last week. This case first gained widespread attention in August 2024, prompting Kpaka’s arrest and subsequent charges following serious allegations that surfaced on social media. After an initial hearing in…