By Bami Anthony Sierratel, once revered as the backbone of Sierra Leone’s telecommunications sector, now finds itself mired in significant operational and financial decline. This once-prominent provider of connectivity and communication has encountered a range of challenges, resulting in frequent service disruptions and a troubling loss of public trust. The company’s journey reflects a stark...Read More

By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – April 2026: Minister of Sports Augusta James Teima has distanced her office from the controversial sacking of Mohamed Kallon as Leone Stars head coach, blaming the National Sports Authority (NSA) for failing to finalize his contract. Speaking on a radio program in Freetown, the Minister said the absence...Read More

By Fatima Kpaka Sierra Leone – April 10, 2026: The Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament, Segepoh Solomon Thomas, reconvened a second meeting with Members of the Opposition on Friday to address their ongoing boycott of parliamentary proceedings. The Speaker appealed to opposition MPs to resume their constitutional duties, stressing that their participation is vital for...Read More

By Karamoh Kabba Sierra Leone’s Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to security, dignity, and equal protection under the law. These rights are not suspended during elections, nor can they be undermined by political rivalry or inflammatory rhetoric. They are the bedrock of our democracy. In 2018, the Cross‑Party Peace and Reconciliation Committee—established jointly by...Read More

Vienna, Austria – April 10, 2026: OPEC Fund President Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa has pledged support for the construction of a Cancer Centre in Sierra Leone and reaffirmed the Fund’s commitment to strengthening the country’s agriculture, energy, and economic sectors. He made the announcement during a meeting with His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio at the...Read More

Freetown, Sierra Leone – April 8, 2026: The Human Rights Commission of Sierra Leone (HRCSL) has initiated a strategic partnership with the Mano River Union (MRU) Secretariat to enhance regional cooperation on migration, human trafficking, and cross-border human rights protection. The engagement, led by HRCSL Executive Secretary Joseph Kamara, brought together senior officials from both...Read More

By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – April 11, 2026: The Ministry of Energy has announced the arrival of the first turbine and generator for the Nant Power Project, marking a major milestone in Sierra Leone’s drive to expand electricity generation capacity. The shipment underscores the government’s commitment to delivering reliable, affordable, and accessible electricity,...Read More

Sierra Leone Women Drivers: ©(Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved) Sierra Leone Women Drivers As the late afternoon sun settles over Freetown’s main transit park, Hawa Mansaray pulls up her motorized three-wheeled vehicle and steps away for a break and to pray. Mansaray is one of a small but growing number of women...Read More

Source: Xinhua The donation covers key medications for multiple therapeutic areas, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, anti-infective, and digestive systems, as well as a substantial quantity of antimalarial drugs and antibiotics. FREETOWN, April 10 (Xinhua) — The 27th Batch Chinese medical team in Sierra Leone on Thursday donated a consignment of medical supplies to the Sierra...Read More