By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, Sierra Leone — July 11, 2025: In a comprehensive media briefing on Friday, Sierra Leone’s Energy Sector Lead, Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, outlined bold reforms and ongoing initiatives aimed at overhauling the country’s electricity supply. Speaking ten months into his appointment, Yumkella emphasized the urgency to diversify energy sources, repair legacy...Read More
By George M.O. Williams The flagbearer aspirant of the All People’s Congress (APC) party, Dr. Kaifala Marah has urged for a national conversation that transcends political affiliations and legislative boundaries, stressing the importance of inclusive dialogue in charting Sierra Leone’s path to prosperity. He made this statement on Thursday, July 10, 2025, during his national...Read More
By Desmond Lewis Freetown, Sierra Leone — July 9, 2025: Amid growing concerns over Mpox infections in Sierra Leone, Amnesty International—one of the world’s leading human rights organizations—launched a public sensitization campaign in the Eastern business district of Freetown. The initiative sought to educate the community about the virus’s symptoms, transmission, and prevention methods, while...Read More
In less than a decade, Nyangai island has lost two-thirds of its surface area, and now measures only about 200 metres long and 100 metres wide By Lucie Peytermann And Saidu Bah Wading through water up to his knees, Hassan Kargbo points to the vast ocean before him, which is eroding the land and imperilling...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, July 9, 2025 — Portuguese national Sana Sidi and Guinea-Bissau citizen Sama Blade have been committed to the High Court by Magistrate Mustapha Braima Jah of Pademba Road Court No.1, following their alleged involvement in a cocaine trafficking case. The accused were arraigned on two counts under Sierra Leone’s National Drug...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, July 8, 2025 — The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ), in collaboration with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), hosted a specialized training session aimed at strengthening conflict-sensitive reporting and enhancing governance accountability among media practitioners. Held at the Civil Service Training College in Tower...Read More
Dear Kandeh Kolleh Yumkella I was pleased to hear from you on Radio Democracy 98.1 FM the morning of July 9, 2025, and appreciate your commitment to return to the office and investigate the root causes of the electricity issue at Devil Hole. As you may know, this concern has been the focus of advocacy...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, 8 July 2025 — In its weekly Government Press Conference, the Ministry of Information and Civic Education convened cabinet ministers and institutional leaders to spotlight major strides in Sierra Leone’s national development agenda. Held at the Ministry’s headquarters, the press briefing emphasized inclusive policy implementation, public sector accountability, and infrastructure...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, July 9, 2025 — In a major step toward financial accountability, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has officially returned One Million New Leones (equivalent to 1 Billion old Leones) to the Freetown City Council (FCC) following the successful recovery of misappropriated public funds. ACC Commissioner Francis Ben Kaifala made the presentation...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, July 8, 2025 — Sierra Leone’s energy sector is entering a transformative phase, with aggressive reforms and strategic transitions aimed at achieving national energy sovereignty. During his appearance on SLBC’s “Morning Coffee” radio program and AYV television, Energy Sector Lead Dr. Kandeh Yumkella outlined a comprehensive vision for the country’s...Read More
