By Kadijatu Bangura D.S. Reporter FREETOWN – The United States is signaling a shift from aid to trade as it negotiates a potential Critical Minerals Agreement with Sierra Leone, with senior officials indicating that investment and development financing will be used to advance American commercial interests. Speaking during his confirmation hearing before the U.S. Senate…
By Joseph Momoh D.S. Reporter FREETOWN – United Nations human rights experts have formally raised concerns with the Government of Sierra Leone over what they describe as the judicial harassment and arbitrary detention of two civil society leaders. The experts cited the ongoing criminal prosecution of Prince Tommy Williams, Executive Director of Lifeline Nehemiah Projects,…
By Saidu Jalloh D.S. Reporter FREETOWN – The National Medical Supplies Agency has pledged to strengthen internal oversight after a volunteer was indicted by the Anti-Corruption Commission for allegedly stealing a $38,000 ultrasound machine meant for public health facilities in Bo District. Francis Lavai, who worked as a volunteer at the NMSA warehouse, faces one…
By Kadijatu Bangura D.S. Reporter KOIDU – Kono District is grappling with a growing measles outbreak that has left 55 patients receiving treatment, with health officials warning that a shortage of beds and funding is threatening containment efforts. District Medical Officer Dr Mohamed Sheku confirmed the outbreak during a partners’ meeting at the District Health…
By Saidu Jalloh D.S. Reporter FREETOWN – The Government of Sierra Leone has dismissed reports circulating on social media that Sierra Leoneans are banned from travelling or transiting through Guinea’s airport. In a public notice issued on Thursday, August 20, 2026, the Ministry of Information and Civic Education said there is no ban on Sierra…
By Joseph Momoh D.S. Reporter FREETOWN – The Sierra Leone Police have prohibited a planned peaceful protest and procession by the Citizens Advocacy Network, scheduled for August 26, 2026. In a letter dated August 20 and addressed to CAN Executive Director Thomas Moore, the Police said the Commissioner of Police had “hereby disallowed” the demonstration….
By Joseph Momoh D.S Reporter FREETOWN – The Government of Sierra Leone has launched a national effort to curb mobile money fraud with a two-day consultative workshop aimed at developing a comprehensive roadmap to secure the country’s digital financial ecosystem. The Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation, in collaboration with the National Communications Authority, convened…
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S Reporter FREETOWN – Attorney General and Minister of Justice Alpha Sesay has congratulated Umaru Napoleon Koroma Esq. on his appointment as Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Security, describing it as a recognition of loyalty, competence and years of political solidarity. In a statement celebrating the appointment, the AG referred to…
By Joseph Momoh D.S Reporter FREETOWN – The Kennedy Street Market Traders Association has praised the Executive Director of the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority, James Bagie Bio, for what it described as his outstanding efforts to improve road safety and compliance nationwide. On Wednesday, 19th August 2026, members of the Association staged a joyful…
By Kadijatu Bangura D.S Reporter FREETOWN – The Government of Sierra Leone has called on citizens to engage constructively and rely on verified information as Parliament considers the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill. The Ministry of Information and Civic Education hosted its Weekly Press Conference on Tuesday, 18th August 2026, at the Miatta Civic Centre, with…
