By Elizabeth A. Kaine In Sierra Leone, the protection of women and children is an urgent imperative that demands immediate government action. Following years of civil conflict and societal upheaval, the nation faces significant challenges related to gender-based violence, child exploitation, and systemic inequality. As a society, we must recognize that enacting robust laws to…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S In a significant step towards enhancing the protection of vulnerable women and children, Dr. Isata Mahoi, the Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, convened a meeting with the Community of Practice to discuss the development of a new National Safeguarding Policy. This initiative aims to address the pressing need for…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S On Thursday, February 27, 2025, the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) officially handed over agricultural machinery and business commodities to 1,240 members across 62 beneficiary groups. This initiative aims to enhance agricultural productivity and economic opportunities within local communities, aligning with the country’s Feed Salone agenda. During the event,…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, the Sierra Leone Commission on Arms and Ammunition (SLeCAA) destroyed over 5,000 unserviceable state-owned weapons during a symbolic event held at the Murray Town Barracks. Commissioner Christian Fahima Marah welcomed attendees and emphasized that the destruction of these weapons would extend to military barracks across…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S On Thursday, February 27, 2025, Honourable Justice Tonia Barnett of the Court of Appeal ordered the remand in custody of five individuals charged with migrant smuggling and related offenses. The accused are identified as Benson Edward Kamara, a network marketer; Nuru Deen Bangapoma Bangura, a businessman; Sheik Ibrahim Bangapoma Bangura,…
By Simeon Gbani, Reporter, Kabala In a troubling development, Paramount Chief Mohamed Saio Marah and Mr. Kalie Marah, the Legal Aid Board representative for Falaba District, are accused of instigating violence between the Morinfindugu and Kamadugu-Yiraia chiefdoms. The conflict has escalated dangerously, with residents of Nyenekonkofeh erecting roadblocks and employing firearms against the people of…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. Wailahun Village, Bo District — The Environment Protection Agency (EPA) Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Police Force and the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces, recently conducted a significant raid along the Sewa River in Wailahun Village, Bumpeh Chiefdom. This operation was prompted by intelligence reports highlighting…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. Kenema District — Justice Cosmotina Jarrett has sentenced Ibrahim Barrie and Sao Fefegulah to 7 and 5 years in prison, respectively, for their involvement in the theft of a 4-carat diamond valued at NLe 511,589. The duo was convicted on charges of housebreaking and receiving stolen goods under Section 33(1)…
The Falaba District Women’s Network has successfully conducted a graduation ceremony for young girls and boys who completed the Girl Shine and Engaging Adolescent Boys on Accountable Practice (EABAP) programs. The event took place across several communities, including Tumania, Serekolia, and Kombile in Morifindugu Chiefdom, as well as Ganya and Simithia in Kabelia Chiefdom. During…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. Freetown, Sierra Leone — The Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, has announced the arrival of 61,300 doses of the MVA-BN Mpox vaccines, marking a pivotal step in the country’s efforts to combat the disease. This allocation was made possible through the collaborative efforts of Africa CDC, CEPI, Gavi, UNICEF,…
