By Sallieu S. Kanu Minister of Technical and Higher Education, Dr. Haja Ramatulai Wurie, has described her participation at the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) as a “whirlwind of learning, connection, movement and reflection,” emphasizing the need for stronger partnerships, innovation and skills development to transform education and create opportunities for young people. In...Read More
By George M.O. Williams The Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) has commenced a regional stakeholder validation exercise in Kenema for its 2025-2029 Strategic Plan, aimed at strengthening electoral transparency, participation and public confidence in the country’s democratic processes. The engagement, held on Monday, September 28, 2026, brought together key electoral stakeholders, including political parties, civil...Read More
By By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Mustapha Kabba, has challenged global health leaders, technology developers and investors to measure the success of digital health and artificial intelligence (AI) by a single benchmark: whether they enable health workers to make timely decisions that save lives. Dr. Kabba made the call while delivering...Read More
By Feima Sesay The Parliamentary Press Gallery of Sierra Leone (PPG-SL) has adopted a new constitution following extensive deliberations at its first Extraordinary Annual General Meeting (EAGM), marking a major milestone in the institution’s development after more than two decades of operating under its previous governing framework. The meeting, held on September 25, 2026, at Committee...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu The National Investment Board (NIB) has presented its Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal to the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development, and non-state actors, outlining ambitious plans to strengthen investment promotion, improve business facilitation, and boost revenue generation. The budget presentation, held on September 24, 2026, provided stakeholders...Read More
