By Foday Moriba Conteh Fresh allegations have emerged against Sonoco Sierra Leone, widening scrutiny into the company’s import practices. Investigations suggest that Sonoco may have been importing finished cement and other building materials under duty-free concessions linked to its flour milling operations, before allegedly selling them on the local market. Cement Allegations Sources allege that...Read More

By Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh A few years ago, government leaders in developing countries worried about debt, unemployment, or the next election.  Today, the answer is usually all of them at once, compounded by climate shocks, food and fuel crises, and rising debt obligations, while development assistance becomes less predictable and citizens rightly continue to expect...Read More

By Amin Kef-Ranger The National Communications Authority (NaTCA) has stepped up its consumer education campaign, warning Sierra Leoneans to remain vigilant against fraudulent internet links and online scams increasingly targeting mobile phone and internet users. Rising Cyber Threats According to NaTCA, cybercriminals are exploiting fake links shared via SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook, email, and other platforms...Read More

Ladi Kwali Hall, Abuja, Nigeria, 23 July 2026 — Sierra Leone’s Honourable Chief Justice, His Lordship Justice Komba Kamanda, has been honoured with a prestigious plaque in recognition of his outstanding leadership and distinguished contribution to judicial discourse at the 18th International Maritime Seminar for Judges. International Recognition The award was presented by the Chief...Read More

By Fatima Kpaka State House, Freetown, Thursday, 23 July 2026 – The Sierra Leone Chamber of Commerce on Thursday paid a courtesy call on His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio at State House, reaffirming the private sector’s commitment to supporting national economic growth and sustainable development. Speaking on behalf of the Chamber, officials congratulated...Read More