By Sallieu S, Kanu Sierra Leone – January 28, 2026: UNICEF and the Mastercard Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, have launched a nationwide verification and geo-mapping exercise for Community Health Workers (CHWs). The initiative, unveiled at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Freetown, brought together government officials, development partners, and health sector stakeholders. Opening...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone – January 25, 2026: Salone Hidden Gems, one of Sierra Leone’s emerging theatre production companies, has auditioned 91 performers for its forthcoming stage production, Song of Njama, as part of efforts to strengthen professional theatre practice in the country. The auditions, which drew a large number of young creatives, were...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Sierra Leone – January 28, 2026: Sajor Bah has been arraigned before Magistrate Mustapha Briama Jah at Pademba Road Court No. 1, Freetown, on seven counts, including conspiracy to defraud, obtaining money by false pretences, and fraudulent conversion, contrary to Section 32(1) of the Larceny Act of 1916. According to the particulars...Read More
By Sallieu S, Kanu Sierra Leone – January 29, 2026: UNICEF and the Irish Embassy in Sierra Leone have launched a joint UN Nutrition Programme (2025–2029) aimed at building climate change resilience, strengthening food and nutrition security, and tackling malnutrition. The programme will be implemented in four districts: Bombali, Kailahun, Kenema, and Moyamba. Speaking at...Read More
By Fatima Kpala Port Loko District, Sierra Leone – January 29, 2026: The High Court of Sierra Leone, sitting in Kambia, has sentenced Finda Aziz Turay to five years imprisonment after convicting her of illegal possession of drugs. Turay was arraigned on four counts, including unlawful possession of drugs contrary to Section 8(a) of the National...Read More
