By: Dr. Yakama Manty Jones (nee Mara) Every year, an increasing number of African businesses receive funding, training, and support. But few become the engines of structural transformation the continent needs. Despite the momentum behind private sector development (PSD) across Africa, as a cornerstone for sustainable and inclusive growth, the metrics that dominate—the number of grants...Read More
By George M. O. Williams Freetown, April 4, 2025 – In celebration of World Health Week, the World Health Organization (WHO) has provided Sierra Leone with state-of-the-art medical equipment and logistics worth approximately $380,000. The official handover ceremony took place at the Youyi Building in Freetown. The donation, financed through the Global Fund, includes two modern...Read More
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Sierra Leone has initiated an investigation into Thomas Daddy Brima, President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), over allegations of embezzling $720,000 intended for football development. The probe also involves SLFA’s acting secretary general, Benson Bawoh, and chief finance officer, Ibrahim Bah. ACC Commissioner Francis Ben Kaifala announced on Friday...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leonean musician Seydu Jalloh has announced that he is working on his much-anticipated album, I Pray, which he revealed will be released soon. The album draws inspiration from the socio-economic challenges facing Sierra Leone and the world, aiming to deliver a poignant message of hope, resilience, and unity. Speaking to Premier...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka On Thursday, April 3, 2025, Abu Bakarr Kamara, the Provincial Secretary of Bumpe Gao Chiefdom, testified before Justice Alfred Tommy Ganda regarding the procedures for conducting chieftaincy elections in the chiefdom. The case, brought by petitioner Sakpa Jibao Gbekpa, challenges the legitimacy of Alfred Sovula Gbandoma’s election as paramount chief. The respondents in...Read More
