By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone – The leadership of the Justice Sector Coordination Office (JSCO) has reaffirmed its commitment to effective collaboration with the Judiciary of Sierra Leone in the full implementation of the Justice Sector Reform Strategy launched by His Excellency the President in September 2024. Speaking with the leadership of the judiciary in...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Indian High Commission in Sierra Leone celebrated the 76th Indian Republic Day on Sunday, January 26, 2025, with a well-attended event at Lagoonda in Freetown. Republic Day marks one of the most significant milestones in India’s history as a sovereign nation. On this day in 1950, India...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone’s Information Ministry announced on Sunday that it is investigating media reports claiming that European cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers is in the country. Leijdekkers was sentenced in absentia to 24 years in prison by a Dutch court last June for smuggling more than 7 tonnes of cocaine....Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, Sierra Leone – In a world where challenges often overshadow talent, Nyakeh Williams, a young visually impaired musician, defies the odds and inspires others with his remarkable artistry on the djembe drum. Known for its vibrant cultural significance, the djembe is a traditional African drum that requires both skill and rhythm...Read More
By Nelson Adebayo Johnson. The Western Area Rural District Council (WARDC), through the World Bank-funded Resilient Urban Sierra Leone Project (RUSLP), has officially launched its 2024–2028 Development Plan on Thursday, January 23, 2025. The Development Plan represents a transformative vision for the Western Area Rural District, laying the groundwork for sustainable urban and rural development through...Read More