By Sallieu S, Kanu Port Loko District, Sierra Leone – Marampa Mines Limited (MML) made a historic contribution of US$3.7 million (NLe 83.7 million) to the people of Marampa and Maforki Chiefdoms on Friday, January 24. The symbolic cheque was presented to President Julius Maada Bio, representing payments for the 2023 and 2024 Community Development Fund...Read More
By Abu Bakarr Bangura On January 22, 2025, the streets of Bo and Kenema were alive with vibrant floats and enthusiastic crowds as the Bank of Sierra Leone hosted a float parade to popularize the National Switch SAPS (Salone Payment Switch) Instant Payment System. This event was part of the Bank’s ongoing campaign to educate the...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Bo and Kenema, Sierra Leone – On January 24, 2025, the Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) held a float parade to popularize the National Switch SAPS Instant Payment System in Bo and Kenema cities, simultaneously. This initiative is part of the Bank’s financial inclusion project, aimed at educating the public about the...Read More
Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha Sierra Leone’s new flag carrier, Air Sierra Leone has commenced flight operations from Freetown to Lagos, Nigeria as part of its ways to expand operations across Africa. The airline has also announced technical partnership with Xejet, one of Nigeria’s domestic carriers which will provide aircraft for its operations. The airline which marked its inaugural...Read More
Story by The Conversation Africa Johannesburg Bankolay Theodore Turay Land disputes in Sierra Leone are a complex issue, dating back decades. Weak land tenure systems, rapid urbanisation and population growth, poverty, inequality, corruption and weak governance are some of the factors driving these widespread conflicts. They have an impact on livelihoods, hinder development and contribute to social...Read More
