By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown—In a vibrant and spirit-filled ceremony, the Tongue of Fire Children’s Choir officially released its debut gospel single, What Great God is Jesus, at their home church in Calaba Town. The event marked a significant milestone for the young choir, whose members have been diligently preparing under the guidance of their leader, Mary Ellie. Clad in white outfits symbolizing purity and devotion, the choir members stood...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown—The Government of Sierra Leone has officially denied claims by the Gento Group that it has acquired land rights to commence mining operations at the Tonkolili North – Kasafoni Iron Ore Deposit. I In a statement, the government clarified that the deposit is exclusively controlled by the Sierra Leone Mines and Minerals Development and Management Corporation (SLMMDMC), a state-owned entity responsible for managing national mineral resources....Read More
Story by Dominique Moody, A Maryland woman says she’s fearful of going to see her family in Sierra Leone after President Donald Trump announced a travel ban and restrictions targeting mostly African and Middle Eastern countries. “Though I grew up here, my heart is in Sierra Leone,” said Sonia Staples, a resident of Prince George’s County. “It is my heart, okay. It is my heart.” Trump said some countries had “deficient”...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Freetown—The Pademba Road Magistrate Court No.2, presided over by Magistrate John Manso Fornah, yesterday heard testimony from prosecution witness Robert Saila Kamara, the manager of Leone Rock Metal Group, in an ongoing cyber bullying case. Led by Deputy Superintendent of Police Sorie Conteh, Kamara recounted his ordeal, identifying the accused, Mohamed Kabia, as someone he previously lived with. Kamara stated that on January 13, 2025, while in...Read More
