In Sierra Leone, childhood anemia remains a widespread public-health burden with immediate clinical harms and long-term economic consequences. Recent national surveys and nutrition profiles show very high prevalence among children under 5 and point to a large absolute caseload that demands both low-cost commodities and substantial delivery investments. The 2019 Sierra Leone Demographic and Health Survey reported an exceptionally high...Read More
Washington, USA, September 29, 2025 – His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio has received commendations for the significant economic advancements achieved in Sierra Leone under his stewardship. In separate meetings with Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group, and Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), both leaders emphasized Sierra Leone’s vital partnership...Read More
By Kemo Cham Sierra Leone – September 27, 2025: A team of six young innovators from Kenema has clinched the top prize in the maiden edition of the Social Equity Programme National Afinnovate Youth Challenge, held in Bo, Sierra Leone. Their project, “Team Kenema Water Supply,” impressed judges with a groundbreaking solar-powered water pump designed to...Read More
Story by Nozibusiso Sibiya The Sierra Leone women’s national team won the West African Football Association (WAFU A) Regional Cup in June. While Sierra Leone’s Women’s Premier League champions RAM Kamara FC made their debut in the CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers. Speaking to SABC Sport, James-Teima says having school sports as part of the curriculum has helped...Read More
Sierra Leone has officially acceded to the UN Water Convention (United Nations Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes) in a high-level ceremony at the UN General Assembly in New York. This milestone reinforces the country’s commitment to sustainable water governance and cooperation with its neighbors. Sierra Leone now joins seven...Read More
