By George M.O. Williams ‘Bridging the Digital Divide for Inclusive Development’ is the theme for the 2024 Forum of the Mano River Union Internet Governance Forum (MRU-IGF), which commenced yesterday at the New Brookfield Hotel in Freetown. The two-day event (9th and 10th October 2024 seeks to create a robust platform for stakeholders across MRU Countries in...Read More
Mark Ngegba Esq The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has appointed Magistrate Mark Ngegba Esq. as the new Chairman of the Men’s Premier League Board, succeeding Victor Lewis, whose appointment was rejected. The decision follows extensive consultations by the SLFA Executive Committee, aimed at bolstering the country’s top football leagues. In addition to Ngegba’s appointment, Catherine...Read More
By George M.O Williams State House, Freetown, Tuesday 8 October 2024 – Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio has received letters of credence from three distinguished diplomats at the State House Credential Room. The who presented their credentials include the United Kingdom’s High Commissioner to Sierra Leone, Ms. Josephine Gauld LVO; the newly designated High...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka In a high-profile case, Chinese businessman Zhou Wenjie appeared before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, facing charges related to a major fraud incident involving Rokel Commercial Bank. Zhou Wenjie, accused of four counts including conspiracy to defraud, forgery, and uttering forged documents, was arraigned...Read More
FREETOWN, October 10, 2024 – Sierra Leone’s economy grew by 5.7% in 2023, exceeding expectations, driven by strong performance in the mining sector. However, growth is projected to slow to 4.3% in 2024 due to declining iron ore prices, according to the new World Bank Sierra Leone Economic Update launched today. The report notes a slightly...Read More
