By Aminaash Nyande Brima, Information Attaché, Sierra Leone Embassy in Rabat, Morocco Rabat, Morocco – Sierra Leone Ambassador accredited to the Kingdom of Morocco, His Excellency Alhaji Momodu Koroma, informed the Speaker of Parliament, the Rt. Hon. Sengepoh Solomon Thomas, that the diplomatic ties between Sierra Leone and Morocco have been exceptionally fruitful, with several opportunities...Read More
By Abu Bakarr Bangura The Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) has successfully concluded its float parade in Port Loko District, marking the final stop in its nationwide campaign to promote the Salone Payment Switch Instant Payment platform. Earlier stops included Bo, Kenema, and Makeni. The aim of the campaign was to raise awareness about the platform,...Read More
By George M.O. Williams The Dutch authorities on the heels of the fugitive Jos Leijdekkers, wanted for drug smuggling and other crimes in Europe have sent an extradition request for his arrest and extradition to The Netherlands to the Sierra Leonean authorities. The two countries, however, have no extradition treaty. The Minister of Justice and Security...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone made history by hosting the first-ever African Urban Heat Summit, bringing together leaders, experts, and stakeholders to address the growing challenge of extreme urban heat. The summit’s highlight was the launch of the Freetown Heat Action Plan, unveiled by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, marking...Read More
The Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone (PDSL), the government agency overseeing the country’s petroleum resources, has joined African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 as a Strategic Partner. With AEW: Invest in African Energies serving as the continent’s premier platform for investment and energy discussions, PDSL’s partnership underscores Sierra Leone’s commitment to fostering global...Read More