By Ibrahim S. Bangura In Sierra Leone’s provinces, far from the bustling cities and urban music trends, the echoes of traditional rhythms persist, safeguarding the soul of the nation’s cultural heritage. From the resonant drums of Pujehun to the evocative flute melodies of Kabala, cultural musicians continue to preserve their art despite being underappreciated, underpaid, and...Read More
By George M.O. Williams His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and proud alumnus of Bo Government Secondary School (Bo School), was the distinguished guest at the annual Speech Day and Prize-Giving Ceremony held on Friday, April 18, 2025. Organized by the Old Bo Boys Association (OBBA), the event brought...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Her Worship the Mayor of Freetown, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr OBE, is set to be honored with the 2021 Lawrence C. Nussdorf Urban Leadership Prize at a special ceremony hosted by the Penn Institute for Urban Research at the University of Pennsylvania, according to the Freetown City Council Communications. The award presentation, delayed due...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura A cross-section of the school choir In Bombali District, Sierra Leone, the Bombali School for the Blind is nurturing a group of determined and talented students who have found purpose and pride through music. Despite the challenges of visual impairment, these students have embraced music as a tool for empowerment, resilience, and...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone has witnessed a sharp increase in fire incidents in 2025, with 201 outbreaks recorded nationwide between January and March,. These incidents resulted in 31 fatalities across 13 fires. Chief Fire Officer Nazir Kamanda Bongay told a regular news conference in Freetown on Tuesday that the Western Region reported the highest...Read More
