By Sallieu S. Kanu Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has urged Sierra Leoneans to remain vigilant in the fight against the MPOX outbreak, even as the country records significant progress in recovery rates. During a visit to the Police Training School in Hastings, one of the main treatment centers, Dr. Jalloh emphasized the need...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh The Embassy of the Republic of Sierra Leone in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced new restrictions imposed by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah for the 1446/2025 Hajj season. Among the measures, Embassy staff and other volunteers from the Sierra Leonean community in Saudi Arabia will no longer be...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura On Sunday, May 25, the Foulah Town Mosque in Freetown became a place of reflection and unity as family, friends, and community members gathered to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the passing of Alhaji Dr. A. T. Fadlu-Deen, a revered figure in faith, sports, and public service. The solemn event featured...Read More
Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG) has intensified efforts to combat the spread of Mpox in Pepel and its surrounding operational communities by launching a comprehensive sensitization campaign aimed at raising awareness and promoting disease prevention. The sensitization event, held in Pepel town, brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including local authorities, youth leaders, healthcare...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, May 26, 2025 — International neurosurgical team Mission Brain has launched a partnership with the Neurosurgical Department of the University of Sierra Leone Teaching Hospital Complex (USLTHC) to improve neurosurgical care in the country. The initiative, unveiled at an opening ceremony at the USLTHC Administration Secretariat on Percival Street, focuses...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Kenema residents remain on edge as the case against Richard Brima, accused of robbery with violence and assault causing actual bodily harm, unfolds in court. On Monday, May 26, 2025, Brima made yet another appearance before Magistrate Patrick Fofanah at Pademba Road Court No.1, facing charges related to a violent attack on...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu The National Public Health Agency (NPHA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MoH), has issued a renewed call for public vigilance following a continued increase in Mpox cases across Sierra Leone. As of May 24, 2025, the country has recorded 3,059 confirmed cases, 1,685 recoveries, and 14 deaths, reflecting a...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, May 26, 2025 — The Freetown City Council (FCC), led by Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, has welcomed a delegation of student researchers from the Norman Foster Institute (NFI) in Madrid, Spain, as part of a collaborative urban development initiative. The research team focuses on key priorities such as urban regeneration, climate...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Port Loko witnessed an extraordinary display of unity and political momentum on Friday, May 23, 2025, as Ady Macauley, the leading presidential candidate of the All People’s Congress (APC), joined fellow worshippers in observing Jummah prayers in his hometown. His presence drew large crowds, including both Muslim and non-Muslim residents, underscoring widespread...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Freetown, Sierra Leone— In a move aimed at fortifying the country’s judicial system, Members of Parliament unanimously approved seven new High Court Judges and cleared three for promotion to the Court of Appeal on May 23, 2025. The approvals followed their earlier appointment by President Brig. Rtd. Dr. Julius Maada Bio on...Read More
