Politics

By: Saidu Jalloh  On October 13, 2023, USAID Country Representative Randy Kolstad met with Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Hon. Chernor A. Bah, to discuss key initiatives for the upcoming year, with a strong emphasis on electoral reform and peace-building. During the meeting, Kolstad reaffirmed USAID’s dedication to supporting democratic processes in…

By: Tritri In the heart of Freetown, Aisha, a spirited artist, set up her easel by the shore, painting vibrant landscapes. One sunny afternoon, she caught the eye of Kofi, a passionate musician whose melodies echoed the essence of their culture. Intrigued by her art, he approached her, and their conversation flowed effortlessly, revealing a…

By: Elizabeth A. Kaine   In a bold move to revitalize the All People’s Congress (APC), former Publicity Secretary Cornelius Deveaux has issued a stirring call to action, urging party members to shake off the dust of recent electoral setbacks and unite for the 2028 presidential elections. Reflecting on the 15 months since the June 24,…

By: Edrie Caleb John A significant development unfolded in the bomb-making trial yesterday as Alhaji Kabba, the Operation Manager of Global Aviation, took the stand as the third prosecution witness. Led by State Counsel Yusuf Isaac Sesay Esq, Kabba testified before Magistrate Santigie Bangura of Court No. 2 on Pademba Road, Freetown. He described his…

By: Elizabeth A. Kaine On 11 September 2024, the All Peoples Congress (APC) Party announced its full participation in the upcoming nationwide Population and Housing Census, scheduled for December 2025. This surprising move marks a significant shift in the party’s stance, as it had previously distanced itself from the census process. According to Sidi Yaya…

By: Tommy Koroma President Julius Maada Bio received a delegation of Paramount Chiefs at State House, where he expressed his profound appreciation for their vital contributions to Sierra Leone’s governance on August 29, 2024.  “Your service to our nation is truly invaluable. As guardians of our cultural heritage, your wisdom and leadership have played a…

By: Tommy Koroma A devastating accident occurred yesterday evening at Container Junction, Rokel, along the Waterloo Highway, leaving one person dead and several others injured. Eyewitnesses described the horrific scene as a trailer, carrying another truck, lost control due to brake failure and plowed into a group of people standing at the busy junction. The…

In a surprise move, Dr. Samura Kamara, the leader of Sierra Leone’s main opposition party, the All Peoples Congress (APC), has extended an olive branch to President Julius Maada Bio, proposing a face-to-face meeting to ease the country’s deepening political tensions. The move comes after months of bitter rivalry between the two leaders, sparked by…

A suspected Mpox case was reported in Kono District, Sierra Leone, on August 20, 2024. The District Surveillance Office received a notification, prompting a swift response from the health team. A Rapid Response Team (RRT) was dispatched to investigate the case, collect samples, and contain the potential outbreak. The patient, a 32-year-old man from Makong…

The All Peoples Congress (APC) is shifting its focus towards the 2028 general and presidential elections, despite continued disputes over the 2023 election results. A senior APC Member of Parliament confirmed that the party is committed to reclaiming State House from the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and is taking steps to prepare for…