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By Ibrahim S. Bangura FREETOWN — In an inspiring reflection on courage and perseverance, 19-year-old musician Victoria Khan has opened up about her journey to recovery and renewed purpose following a major health setback that temporarily interrupted her blossoming musical career. Speaking to Premier News on Sunday, June 22, 2025, Victoria recounted her experience undergoing emergency...
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By Fatima Kpaka FREETOWN — A major step toward addressing Sierra Leone’s growing addiction and mental health crisis was taken over the weekend with the launch of the ‘Centre of Addiction and Advocacy for Mental Wellbeing’. The ceremony, held at the Jane Dave Complex on Saturday, June 21, 2025, drew a diverse crowd of stakeholders, including...
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By Sallieu S. Kanu FREETOWN — Fresh questions have emerged over the eligibility of Aminata Bangura to contest for the presidency of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), as legal and ethical scrutiny intensifies ahead of the August 2, 2025 elective congress in Lungi. Despite being named among four cleared candidates by the SLFA Electoral Committee—pending...
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By Ibrahim S. Bangura FREETOWN — In a powerful stride toward inclusivity and representation, 21-year-old fashion model and activist Daniella Boima Garrick will represent Sierra Leone at the inaugural Mr & Miss Albinism Africa 2025 pageant, scheduled to take place in Zimbabwe from June 23 to 28. The event forms part of the broader African Diversity...
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FREETOWN — In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity and compassion, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation has extended emergency relief to over 500 individuals affected by recent fire incidents in three communities in Freetown—Kroo Bay, Blackhall Road, and Congo Town. The humanitarian effort, held under the banner of love and empathy, saw the distribution of essential food...
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