By Fatima Kpaka   Sierra Leone — June 24, 2026 — Two employees of Amnet Filling Station, Noah Aleem Bun Kamara, Assistant Manager, and Joe Menfallah, Station Manager, have been remanded at the Male Correctional Facility in Freetown following allegations of theft at the station. The pair appeared before Magistrate John Manso Fornah of Pademba...Read More

By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone — June 6, 2026: Salone Hidden Gems brought its acclaimed theatrical production, Song of Njama, to a triumphant close with a grand finale at the Bintumani Conference Centre, delivering a powerful celebration of Sierra Leonean identity, heritage, and artistic excellence. A Cultural Statement More than a stage performance, Song...Read More

By Stephen V. Lansana Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, in partnership with 12 First Ladies from Africa and Asia, has officially launched the 13th edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2026 through a virtual conference aimed at strengthening healthcare systems and addressing pressing social challenges across developing countries. The...Read More

By John Baimba Sesay, Senior Comms, Manager, C40 Freetown Office This week, Freetown Mayor and C40 Cities Global Co-Chair, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr OBE participated in London Climate Action Week 2026, championing the vital role of cities in delivering climate solutions. Key engagements included a closed-door roundtable with the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on accelerating local...Read More

By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone — June 16, 2026: In a remarkable display of philanthropy and community empowerment, renowned entertainer Alfinah Emma Kamara hosted an initiative at the 7th Battalion Barracks in Goderich, Freetown, aimed at promoting education, talent development, and personal growth among children and youth. A Celebration of Talent and Education The...Read More

By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown — The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay, Esq., has reaffirmed government’s commitment to strengthening the Independent Police Complaints Board (IPCB), describing it as a cornerstone of accountability within Sierra Leone’s justice system. In a statement shared on his official Facebook page, Sesay emphasized the IPCB’s vital role...Read More