By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone — September 1, 2025: In a groundbreaking moment for gender representation in Sierra Leone’s military, the Defence Headquarters of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) has announced the appointment of Lieutenant Colonel Alice Koria Sesay as Commanding Officer of the 14 Infantry Battalion, headquartered in Pujehun District,...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Sierra Leone — September 1, 2025:Sidiki Kondeh, a mechanic formerly stationed at the Navy scrap garage, has been remanded in custody following allegations of theft involving auto parts and tools belonging to a military colleague. The decision was handed down by Magistrate Sao Mamakoh Kallon at Pademba Road Court No. 3 on Monday,...Read More
Augustine Sahr Sheku, Chairperson of Kono District Council (from left), Hon. Tamba Lamina, Minister of Local Government and Community Affairs , and Gbessay Kargbo, the representative of UN Resident Coordinator’s Office UNDP Sierra Leone/Donald Melvin Mansaray September 1, 2025: At the close of a national workshop in Freetown, UNDP Sierra Leone, the Food and Agriculture Organization...Read More
By Sallieu S, Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone — The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has officially cleared the Minister of Social Welfare, Madam Melrose Karminty, of all allegations related to corruption and misappropriation of donor funds and property. The minister was accused of diverting donor contributions, mishandling food and material donations, and violating procurement procedures during the 2024...Read More
