By Joseph Momoh D.S Reporter FREETOWN ā 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 countryās 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 ā 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 ā 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 ā 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…
By Kadijatu Bangura,D.S Reporter FREETOWN ā The Anti-Corruption Commission has announced 81 percent compliance in the 2026 public officersā asset declaration exercise and says it will enforce sanctions against those who fail to meet the deadline. ACC Coordinator of Operations, Patrick Sandi, disclosed the figures on Tuesday, 18th August 2026, during the Governmentās Weekly Press…
CELEBRATION OF LIFE & HOMEGOING In Loving Memory of a Dear Mother, Sister, Aunty, Grandmother & Friend, Late Madam Olive Margaret Robertson Garner SUNRISE: 19th June 1959. SUNSET: 9th August 2026. Age: 67 years. VIGIL Date: 27th August 2026 Time: 7:30 PM Venue: 4 Williams Drive, by SS Camp Regent (1st Junction), Freetown HOME LAYING…
OBITUARY ANNOUNCEMENT It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Abigail Banesther Mansaray. Who died on Tuesday, August 5, 2026 in Seattle, Washington, United States of America. Age 23yrs. Ex pupil of Tower Hill Kindergarten and Beacon High School She is survived by: – Parents: Mr. Banister Mansaray and Mrs. Esther Mansaray…
Obituary Announcement The Conteh Family regrets to announce the passing of their beloved father, brother, uncle, and relative, Rev. Samuel Saio Conteh, of the United Pentecostal Church, Sir Samuel Lewis Road, Aberdeen. Sunrise: 1st June, 1967. Sunset: Thursday, 13th August 2026. Age: 59 years. The family wishes to inform relatives, friends, loved ones, church members,…
By Joseph Momoh|D.S Reporter FREETOWN ā The Political Parties Regulation Commission says it cannot implement its directive on the leadership transition of the main opposition All Peopleās Congress due to a pending court case, leaving the current executive to remain in office for now. In a statement signed by Director of Public Education and ICT…
By Saidu Jalloh D.S Reporter LUNGI ā The Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority is investigating a major fault on the transmission line from the newly commissioned 10MWp RESPITE Solar Power Plant in Lungi, which has left the township without power. EDSA said the plant supplied electricity to Lungi for approximately three days after commissioning before…
