By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone — In a show of solidarity and resolve, His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio visited a rehabilitation facility for ‘Kush’ addicts in Hastings on Thursday, where he listened to harrowing stories of addiction, recovery, and the destructive grip of synthetic drugs on Sierra Leone’s youth. “I was deeply moved by...Read More
The city aims to reverse deforestation and climate risks with 5 million trees by 2028 By George. M.O. Williams Sierra Leone — The Freetown City Council (FCC) has unveiled a bold new phase of its #FreetownTheTreeTown campaign, targeting the restoration of 5,000 hectares of land and the planting of five million trees, shrubs, and grasses by...Read More
By George M. O. Williams DAKAR, SENEGAL — Sierra Leonean physician Dr. Sorie Conteh has achieved a historic milestone at the 49th Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM) of the West African College of Physicians (WACP), held on October 27, 2025, in Dakar. Dr. Conteh received three prestigious awards in the cardiology sub-specialty, marking a moment...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Freetown, Sierra Leone – Samuel Lamin Koroma, a 49-year-old cleaner and security personnel, was remanded in custody on Wednesday following his appearance before Magistrate John Manso Fornah at Pademba Road Court No. 2. He faces a charge of Larceny by Servant, contrary to Section 17(1)(a) of the Larceny Act of 1916. According to...Read More
By George M.O. Wiliams Celebrating a decade of service, AI Networks, one of Sierra Leone’s leading internet service providers, has donated free high-speed internet to the Government Model Secondary School (GMSS) in Freetown. The donation, made on Thursday, October 30, 2025, underscores the company’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and supporting education through connectivity. The...Read More
