By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S. Madam Lihong Shen, the newly appointed UN Security Advisor for Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, was warmly welcomed by Inspector General of Police (IGP) William Fayia Sellu during a recent meeting aimed at strengthening collaboration between the UN and the Sierra Leone Police. The discussions took place at the Senior…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S President Julius Maada Bio, currently serving as Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS, engaged in productive talks with European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib regarding the pressing issues facing the Sahel region. In a public statement, President Bio described the discussions as focused on the urgent…
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Freetown, June 25, 2025 — Over 60 delegates from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Member Countries have convened for the 7th ECOWAS Volunteers Forum, which began Wednesday at the Lagoonda Entertainment Complex in Aberdeen. This year’s theme, “ECOWAS at 50: Scaling Volunteerism for Greater Regional Impact and…
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S TONKOLILI DISTRICT, Sierra Leone — On June 25, 2025, U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Bryan Hunt, visited the Tonkolili District Council Administration, accompanied by senior embassy staff. The Ambassador met with key council leaders, including Chairperson Yabom Thaslim Sesay and Chief Administrator Edward Alpha, to discuss local governance challenges and…
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Indian authorities have arrested an Ivory Coast national for smuggling 1.13 kilograms of cocaine into the country after arriving from Sierra Leone. The arrest occurred last Thursday at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. According to reports, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) intercepted the passenger based on a…
By Abass Conteh, Reporter On June 24, 2025, the ECOWAS Parliament convened a high-level Town Hall Meeting focused on psychoactive substance abuse and mental health, themed “Protecting Minds, Securing Future: A Parliamentary Response to Substance Abuse and Mental Health.” The event took place at the State Hall of the Sierra Leone House of Parliament, gathering…
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Abuja, Nigeria, Saturday, June 21, 2025 — President Dr. Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has urged West African leaders to accelerate regional integration and strategic investment to foster inclusive economic growth. His remarks came during a Presidential Goodwill Message at the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) held in Abuja….
Freetown, June 21, 2025 – The High Commission of India in Sierra Leone marked the 11th International Day of Yoga with an enthusiastic celebration at Sierra Palms Resort, aligning with this year’s global theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” The event underscored yoga’s role in promoting holistic well-being and environmental harmony. The celebration highlighted…
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Brussels, Belgium, Monday, June 23, 2025 — President Dr. Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has arrived in Brussels ahead of the Global Health Summit scheduled for June 25, co-hosted by the European Union, the Gates Foundation, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. The summit, themed “Global Summit: Health and Prosperity…
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation has provided essential emergency relief to over 500 individuals affected by devastating fires in three Freetown communities: Kroo Bay, Blackhall Road, and Congo Town. This humanitarian effort is aimed at alleviating the hardships faced by those impacted by the recent disasters….
