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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…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S In a dramatic turn of events, James Freeman, a student, faced serious charges of fraudulent conversion after his brother, DPC 11018 Aron N. Dumbuya, a police officer, testified against him in court. The proceedings took place before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2. Freeman is accused of…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S Sierra Leone’s fight against corruption has taken a significant hit, as reflected in its declining performance in global anti-corruption rankings. The country’s score in the Global Anti-Corruption Index has dropped from 35/100 in 2023 to 33/100 in 2024. Additionally, its position in Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) fell six…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S In a bid to tackle the ongoing electricity challenges facing Sierra Leone, representatives from Karpowership met with Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, head of the Energy Governance Coordination Group at the Ministry of Energy, and his team. The discussions, held in the Ministry of Energy’s conference room, marked another round of negotiations…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Sierra Leone is witnessing a concerning surge in epilepsy cases, with current estimates reaching 87,000—over 1% of the population. This alarming increase is largely attributed to the disruption of vital medication supplies from the UK-based charity, Medical Assistance Sierra Leone (MASL). Max Bangura, Founder and Executive Director of the Epilepsy…