By Alusine Sesay Sierra Leone – January 2026: The National Chairman of the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), Jimmy Batilo Songa, has been commended by elders and members of the party for his inclusive leadership style and early achievements since assuming office just a few months ago. Party stakeholders described him as one of...Read More

By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone has strengthened a bold, culture-driven tourism identity at the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) 2026 in Madrid, positioning its rich heritage, creative industries, and people at the center of its global tourism engagement. Led by the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Tunis, the country’s participation signals a...Read More

Sierra Leone’s Parliament on Monday convened a public stakeholder consultation on the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill 2025, drawing lawmakers, civil society representatives, and other key stakeholders into discussions on reforms to the country’s 1991 Constitution. The consultation sought to elicit views and comments on the Bill, which introduces wide-ranging amendments to Sierra Leone’s supreme law....Read More

By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone — January 26, 2026:  Abdul Mansaray, popularly known by his stage name Knize-Bay Derulo, has released a new single titled Marlians Everywhere, an Afro-inspired track that celebrates love, freedom, and the expressive lifestyle of today’s youth.  Produced by Twice ICE, the song blends modern Afro rhythms with energetic street...Read More

Lagos, Nigeria – January 26, 2026: Leading pan-African investment company, Heirs Holdings, has announced the appointment of Obinna Ufudo and Sola Yomi-Ajayi as Non-Executive Directors. The new directors bring extensive expertise in finance, energy, governance, and global markets and their appointments demonstrate Heirs Holdings’ ongoing commitment to strong corporate governance.    Sola Yomi-Ajayi has over 30...Read More

By Alimatu Jalloh Freetown, January 26, 2026: A fisherman, Ibrahim Sorie Dumbuya, on Monday made his first appearance before Magistrate John Manso Fornah at Pademba Road Court No.2 in Freetown, charged with store breaking and larceny at the Cape Sierra Hotel in Aberdeen.  Dumbuya is accused of unlawfully breaking into the hotel’s store on December...Read More

By Sallieu S. Kanu The Institute for Legal Research and Advocacy for Justice (ILRAJ) has raised alarm over Sierra Leone’s proposed Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2025, warning that several provisions could entrench ruling party dominance and undermine democratic stability. While the Bill focuses on electoral reforms and promises broader constitutional reviews later, ILRAJ argues that it...Read More

By Sallieu S. Kanu  Freetown, January 25, 2026: The Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI) has sounded an alarm over Sierra Leone’s ongoing constitutional and electoral reform processes, cautioning that while reforms present opportunities to strengthen democratic governance, certain provisions risk undermining electoral integrity, political pluralism, and public trust.  In a policy brief...Read More