By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, January 2026 — Omar Elkan Agyei, popularly known as Elkan, a 22-year-old UK-born artist of Sierra Leonean heritage, has paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, to discuss strategies for promoting Sierra Leone’s cultural heritage on the global stage. During the meeting,...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, January 8, 2026: The Ballanta Academy of Music and Performing Arts (BAMPA) has honoured internationally acclaimed young vocalist Malakai Bayoh at a special ceremony held at the Academy in Freetown. The event drew prominent figures from Sierra Leone’s music and creative arts industry, including voice tutor and music director Double...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu The National Executive of the All People’s Congress (APC) has met with party flagbearer aspirants in a bid to foster unity, dialogue, and a shared vision ahead of upcoming elections. Party officials said the engagement created a platform for open and constructive discussions between the leadership and aspirants vying for the...Read More
The struggle for the soul of the All People’s Congress (APC) Party is ultimately a struggle for values, integrity, and future relevance. Ambassador Omrie Golley stands firmly on the side of principle, loyalty, and service. His commitment to the APC has never been seasonal or opportunistic; it is a lifelong dedication forged through sacrifice, consistency,...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – January 2026: The National Public Health Agency (NPHA) and the Ministry of Health have confirmed an active outbreak of cutaneous ulcers caused by Haemophilus ducreyi in the northern region. The outbreak was first detected on November 17 in the Kayassic Community of Safroko Limba Chiefdom and has since...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – January 8, 2026: The Government of Sierra Leone has announced a major policy shift in the management of the nation’s mineral assets, following directives from President Julius Maada Bio. The move involves the winding up of the Mineral Wealth Fund Sierra Leone Limited (MWFSL) and the termination of...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone – January 9, 2026: The Lifeline Nehemiah Projects (LNP) has announced major progress in its flagship program, 2YoungLives, which provides comprehensive support to pregnant underage girls across Sierra Leone. According to Administrative Director Philimon Kamara, the initiative has mentored 202 pregnant teenagers as of December 2025, offering them vital resources to navigate...Read More
Sierra Leone – January 2026: The recently concluded One Nation Reggae Festival has not only celebrated Sierra Leone’s vibrant cultural heritage but also generated significant financial returns, yielding more than Le1 billion and USD 10,000 to support the creative industries, hurricane relief, and national revenue. Conceptualized to fuse Sierra Leonean and Caribbean cultures, the six-day...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Africell Sierra Leone has recently launched Kidzonet, a pioneering SIM-based child online protection service designed to safeguard children’s internet use by limiting exposure to harmful and age-inappropriate content. Unlike traditional app-based solutions, Kidzonet operates directly at the SIM level, requiring no mobile applications or complex device configurations. Parents and guardians can...Read More
By Salllieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone – January 2026: Rokel Commercial Bank (RCBank) has posted unprecedented financial growth for the year 2024, according to figures released by the Bank of Sierra Leone. The report highlights a remarkable leap in share capital and strong profitability despite external shocks in global financial markets. The bank’s share...Read More
