Freetown, Sierra Leone — June 13, 2025: As anticipation builds ahead of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) Elective Congress, football stakeholders have voiced concerns over the emergence of the so-called “Third Force”, labeling it a political maneuver driven by personal ambition rather than genuine reform. During a recent discussion, Bei Santigie T. Kamara, a...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, Sierra Leone — June 13, 2025: In a significant boost to Sierra Leone’s energy sector, the Government of Sierra Leone and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have signed an additional grant agreement to extend the country’s power distribution network along the Freetown Peninsula. The signing ceremony, held at the...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone — The World Bank-funded Resilient Urban Sierra Leone Project (RUSLP) held a public disclosure meeting on Friday, June 13, 2025, to discuss the resettlement plan for residents affected by upcoming urban infrastructure development in the Coconut, Moyiba, and Portee communities. The meeting, which took place at Hotel 5/10...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh State House, Freetown, Friday 13 June 2025 – President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, today presided over the official swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Secretary to the President, Mr. Barba Brima Fortune. Leading the ceremony, the Secretary to the Cabinet and Head of the Civil Service, Mr. John Sumailah, noted that Mr....Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Tonkolili District, Sierra Leone — June 2025: Paramount Chiefs and local stakeholders from Sambaia, Dansogoia, and Deing Chiefdoms in the Tonkolili District have formally expressed their support for the Gento Group of Companies, rejecting foreign mining firms that they say have historically failed to deliver substantial benefits to local communities. During...Read More
By Salleiu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone — The Ministry of Energy has assured the public that proactive measures are in place to mitigate the impact of the Karpowership shutdown, as Sierra Leone faces critical electricity challenges due to prolonged payment delays. During a press conference recently, Dr. Kandeh Kolleh Yumkella, Chairman of the Special...Read More
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...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...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....Read More
