The inaugural Mallam O. Bongolistic Scholarship has been awarded to Alan Lamin Jalloh, a first-year student in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Fourah Bay College (FBC), University of Sierra Leone. The announcement was made following Jalloh’s nomination by the Department, which recognized him as the overall best new entrant for the 2026/2027 academic session....Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura The Defence Council of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces has approved the sale of the Juba Military Barracks in Freetown, a move officials say will unlock funds for modern military infrastructure and strengthen operational readiness. Defence Spokesperson and Chief of Air Staff, Hassan Sei Coomber, confirmed the decision, describing it...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, forty-five actors and ten crew members officially signed contracts with Salone Hidden Gems for its upcoming stage production, Song of Njama. The initiative marks a major step in reviving professional theatre practice in Sierra Leone while empowering local creatives through structured employment and skills development. The contract...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, February 18, 2026: President Dr Julius Maada Bio has received Dr Maxime Houinato, UN Women Regional Director for West and Central Africa, at State Lodge, Hill Station. The courtesy call reaffirmed UN Women’s commitment to supporting Sierra Leone’s ongoing gender-focused reforms, including the constitutional review process and full implementation of the Gender...Read More
Ibrahim S. Bangura Sulima, Pujehun District – February 13–15, 2026: The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has successfully staged a three-day Culture and Creativity Weekend Getaway at Sulima Beach, spotlighting one of Sierra Leone’s most scenic yet underexplored coastal destinations. The event forms part of the Ministry’s wider strategy to promote domestic tourism, stimulate local...Read More
