Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance has completed the allocation of nearly 200 million doses of vaccine to 35 lower-income countries in an effort to reach millions of children who missed out on critical routine vaccinations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The allocation follows a Gavi Board decision in December 2023 to approve US$290 million funding for the “Big...Read More
In a pioneering move to enhance the agricultural sector, Leone Rock Metal Group has welcomed a team of international experts to Sierra Leone. The initiative aims to leverage advanced agricultural practices and technologies to significantly improve productivity, sustainability, and food security in the region. The growth of the agricultural sector growth is expected to contribute to...Read More
IPAM to Host Hackathon Demo Day By: Abdul Razack Gbla The Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) will host its eagerly anticipated Hackathon Demo Day this Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 4 pm on the 4th floor of the Ekundayo Thompson Building, Tower Hill Campus in Freetown. This event is organized by the IPAM Centre...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Justice Komba Kamanda, who presides at the ongoing trial for treason of Amadou Koita Makolo and others on Thursday 17th July 2024 admitted Bai Mamoud Bangura, to bail due to his worsening health condition. Freetown, Sierra Leone — Bai Mamoud Bangura, the National Organising Secretary of Sierra Leone’s main opposition party, the All...Read More
In a significant stride towards safeguarding the rights of children, Sierra Leone recently enacted a historic law banning child marriage. This move marks a pivotal moment in the country’s commitment to protecting its youth and sets a powerful example for other African nationsexample for other African nations grappling with similar issues. The new legislation, enacted on 2 July, protects...Read More
