By M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone — The European Union (EU) has launched a £3.5 million development project aimed at strengthening governance and enhancing service delivery across seven local councils in Sierra Leone. The official launch took place on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the EU Delegation Office in Leicester Peak, bringing together mayors, district council...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Freetown, Sierra Leone — In a bid to enhance accountability and transparency in Sierra Leone’s judicial system, Chief Justice Komba Kamanda has issued a directive requiring Supervising Judges to approve all court-ordered executions before they are carried out by the Undersheriff’s Office. This landmark decision, communicated through an official memorandum from Deputy Master...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone — Ambassador Marie Antoinette Rose Quatre, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), has praised President Julius Maada Bio for his visionary leadership and dedication to good governance during a courtesy visit to State House. Her visit coincides with Sierra Leone’s hosting of...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone — As the All People’s Congress (APC) Delegates’ conference voting day approaches, key executive members of the party have reaffirmed their commitment to selecting a strong and decisive presidential candidate who will prioritize the will of the people, regardless of challenges. During a recent gathering at the APC headquarters...Read More
Story by Jeroslyn JoVonn An official soccer coaching program for incarcerated women is making waves across African correctional facilities, offering not only emotional uplift and empowerment but opening doors to career opportunities after their release. Participants in the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) Football for Reform initiative can earn their coaching certifications anonymously. Recently, 26 incarcerated women and five...Read More
