By George M.O. Williams Freetown, July 17, 2025 — In a pivotal move toward strengthening democratic governance, Sierra Leone’s Tripartite Steering Committee Secretariat (TSCS) convened a national dialogue on Thursday to deliberate the country’s preferred electoral system. Held at the Bintumani International Conference Center in Freetown, the dialogue formed part of Recommendation 78 of the...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka In a landmark session on Thursday, July 17, 2025, Sierra Leone’s Parliament officially approved Mr. Abdul Aziz as the new Auditor General, alongside nine other presidential nominees for critical governance roles. The session, which spanned hours, was marked by spirited debate and sharp political divisions, particularly surrounding the appointment of Mr. Alex...Read More
By Desmond Lewis In a compelling interview on Monday, July 14, 2025, newly appointed Chairman of the National Commission for Persons with Disability (NCPD), Brima Sheriff, outlined an ambitious vision to reshape the landscape of disability rights in Sierra Leone. Speaking from the Commission’s office in New England Ville, Sheriff introduced his transformative PRIDE Strategy,...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura The Sierra Leonean music industry has been plunged into mourning following the death of celebrated producer Joseph Bockarie, known popularly as Joe Crack, who passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, after battling illness for more than two months. His passing marks the loss of a musical visionary whose work and...Read More
By Sallieu S. Sallieu The Bank of Sierra Leone has officially mandated the use of National Identification Numbers (NIN) for all banks and financial institutions, solidifying a nationwide push toward enhanced financial transparency and digital integration. This directive, issued two years after initial consultations with sector stakeholders, marks a significant milestone in the country’s financial...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh The Legal Aid Board of Sierra Leone, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has successfully represented 951 inmates during the latest round of Prison Courts, conducted from July 1 to 11, 2025, across ten Correctional Centers nationwide. These include sittings at Magburaka Correctional Center, Kabala Correctional Centre, Makeni Correctional...Read More
By Desmond Lewis The Local Unit Commander (LUC) of the Grafton Police Division, Chief Superintendent Augustine Allieu Konneh, convened a Tasking and Coordinating Group (TCG) meeting on Wednesday, 16th July 2025 at the Divisional Headquarters in Grafton Village. The session served as a platform to address critical operational strategies aimed at enhancing public safety and...Read More
Craters filled with muddy water pocket the landscape of the Kono district in Sierra Leone – the result of past diamond mining ventures which sparked a vicious local battle over resources. But now, parts of the land have been restored. Crops are beginning to flourish and bees are buzzing around once again. The people responsible for this...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, July 15, 2025 — In a historic move aimed at revitalizing leadership and unity within Sierra Leone’s film industry, the Sierra Leone Film Council (SLFC) has officially kicked off the electoral process for its long-anticipated presidential elections. At a press conference held at 5 Dundas Street, Freetown, the SLFC Election...Read More
Sierra Leone’s President Dr. Julius Maada Bio today hosted Dr. George Agyekum Donkor, President of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), at State House. Dr. Donkor lauded Sierra Leone’s economic progress, stating, “Your Excellency, all macroeconomic indicators have been doing well. A sign that your government is doing well. Congratulations.” The visit underscores a...Read More
