Edited by Andrew Zinin The number of cases of mpox registered in Sierra Leone since the beginning of the year has hit 3,011, with 14 dead of the disease, according to new government data. All of the regions in the West African country have now registered cases, according to the latest health ministry figures released late...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – May 23, 2025: Momentum is building within the All People’s Congress (APC) party as leading 2028 flagbearer aspirant, Ady Macauley, made a resounding entrance into Gbakeh Loko Chiefdom, Port Loko District. His arrival was met with widespread enthusiasm from party executives, signaling growing support for his candidacy. Macauley,...Read More
By Foday Moriba Conteh A recent investigation has revealed that claims circulating in media suggesting Pavi Fort AL-Associates Group Ltd received a payment exceeding $60 million from the Government of Sierra Leone are entirely false and misleading. Multiple credible sources within both government and private sector institutions have corroborated findings that such a transaction never...Read More
By Ben Payton Summary Tourists can generate twice as much plastic waste per head as residents in African island resorts TUI Care Foundation’s Zanzibar waste initiative aims to collect 12,000 kg of plastic Hotels using refillable water tanks instead of plastic bottles can cut plastic waste by 80% Sierra Leone using circular approach as it bets...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, Sierra Leone – May 26, 2025 – The Freetown City Council Hall played host to a thought-provoking symposium celebrating the legacy and contributions of the late John Smythe, an unsung hero in Sierra Leone’s history. The event attracted students, dignitaries, and historical experts, all united in their mission to promote...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Renowned German music expert Stephan Flore is currently in Sierra Leone as part of a musical development initiative sponsored by the Senior Expert Service (SES), a German non-governmental organization. Invited by the Bo School and the Ballanta Academy of Music and Performing Arts, Flore is actively training a newly formed female...Read More
Story by Maham Fatima On May 25, Elektros Inc. (OTC:ELEK) announced significant advancements in its lithium expedition in Sierra Leone. Recent geological surveys by Elektros revealed lithium concentrations that exceed initial projections. This suggests the potential for one of West Africa’s most substantial lithium deposits. The urgency for high-grade and ethically sourced lithium has intensified from...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka New York, May 27, 2025 – The United Nations has announced the recipients of its prestigious 2024 Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award and the Woman Police Officer of the Year Award. Squadron Leader Sharon Mwinsote Syme of Ghana and Chief Superintendent Zainab Gbla of Sierra Leone will be...Read More
