By Sallaieu S. Kanu Freetown: This year’s International Youth Day celebration in Susan’s Bay on August 12, 2025, was a powerful showcase of grassroots leadership and community-driven development. Led by Secure Her Empowerment for Peace (SHE4Peace), over 22 youth-led organizations united under the theme “Youths for the SDGs: Localizing the SDGs for National Development” to...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura ierra Leone’s Immunization Programme Gets Major Boost with Solar Power and Cold Chain Equipment from Sierra Leone — August 2025: Sierra Leone’s Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) has received a transformative upgrade following the official handover of a 150KVA solar power system, vehicles, and cold chain equipment from UNICEF, with support...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone — August 14, 2025: The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has formally indicted Abu Kamara, a former Finance Manager at the Customs Department of the National Revenue Authority (NRA), on nine counts of possession of unexplained wealth. The charges, filed under Section 27(1)(b) of the Anti-Corruption Act No. 12 of 2008...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone — August 12, 2025: In a major step toward national reconciliation, the Government of Sierra Leone has formally cleared 37 individuals affiliated with the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) Party of any criminal investigations, affirming their freedom to resume normal activities without interference. The announcement, issued by the Office...Read More
London, UK — August 11, 2025: Dean Adansi, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana International Bank (GHIB), has outlined a bold financing strategy aimed at transforming Africa’s commodity trade from raw exports to value-added products. Speaking at the GHIB CONVERGE 2025 conference in London, Adansi emphasized that Africa’s current export model is costing the continent billions...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone — August 2025: In a major step toward enhancing public safety and deepening bilateral ties, the Chinese Embassy in Sierra Leone has donated a suite of surveillance equipment to the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) in support of the country’s “Safe City” initiative. The donation includes 45 CCTV cameras, three...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone’s Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, has reaffirmed the country’s leadership in immunization and neonatal care while addressing recent concerns about its co-financing obligations with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. Speaking at a press conference held on August 11, 2025, at the Ministry of Health’s Conference Hall in the Youyi...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown — In a landmark press conference held at the Ministry of Health’s Conference Hall in the Youyi Building, Minister of Health Dr. Austin Demby announced transformative progress in neonatal care across Sierra Leone, marking a new era for the country’s healthcare system. Speaking with pride and emotion, Dr. Demby highlighted...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown — Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, on Tuesday led a high-level government delegation to multiple locations within the Western Area National Park, signaling a renewed commitment to redemarcation and environmental protection amid growing concerns over deforestation and illegal encroachment. The delegation included senior representatives from the Ministries...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown — Sierra Leone’s Parliament is sharply divided over a proposed $155 million road construction agreement, with lawmakers across party lines calling for major revisions to ensure the project delivers equitable benefits to the state and its citizens. The agreement, tabled by the Ministry of Works and Public Assets, outlines the construction...Read More
