By Sallieu S. Kanu Kailahun, Sierra Leone — The Sierra Leone Water Company (SALWACO) has reported a troubling incident of theft and vandalism at its water treatment plant in Kailahun, Eastern Sierra Leone, according to SALWACO Communications Unit. According to officials, unidentified looters broke into the facility and severely damaged the control panel cables, disrupting...Read More
By Contributing Writer The event brought together citizens from both countries to reflect on the importance of peace, cross-border connectivity, sustainable development, and the shared history both countries enjoy. BAMBALA, Grand Cape Mount – In observance of International Day of Peace, the Government of Liberia, through the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the World Food Programme...Read More
Cheongju, South Korea – September 19, 2025: Over 800 participants from 44 countries gathered at the Enford Hotel in Cheongju for the 2025 International Women’s Peace Conference, hosted by the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) under the theme “Beyond Conflict: Women’s Peace Leadership toward Hope and Recovery.” The conference brought together prominent female leaders from...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – September 15, 2025: Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL) has released the August 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI), revealing a continued trend of single-digit inflation for the fifth consecutive month. The national year-on-year inflation rate stands at 5.85 percent, marking a 0.60 percentage point drop from July’s 6.45 percent....Read More
Preserving Freetown’s Legacy: Why Sierra Leone Must Reject the Proposed Redistricting of Africa’s Historic Capital Author: Raymond A. Kamara United Kingdom 22/09/2025 A Heritage Under Threat Freetown stands as more than just Sierra Leone’s capital, it represents one of Africa’s most significant historical landmarks and a powerful symbol of resilience, freedom, and the African diaspora’s...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Banjul, The Gambia – September 22, 2025: His Lordship, Honourable Chief Justice Komba Kamanda of Sierra Leone has joined Chief Justices from 54 Commonwealth nations at the 20th Triennial Conference of the Commonwealth Magistrates and Judges’ Association (CMJA), currently underway in The Gambia. Themed “Combating Corruption and Promoting Accountability in the Judicial...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka New York, USA – September 21, 2025: Sierra Leone’s President, His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, has reaffirmed Africa’s united demand for permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council, describing it as a matter of justice and equity, according to a statement from the State House Media and Communications Speaking as...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone: Mohamed Kamara and Mustapha Fredrick Conteh have been remanded at the Male Correctional Facility following their initial court appearance on Friday, September 19, 2025, for allegedly possessing an unlicensed firearm. The duo appeared before Magistrate Mamakoh Saio Kallon at Pademba Road Court No.3, facing six counts related to unlawful...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone: A damning report released by the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) Transition Committee on Friday, September 19, 2025, has exposed deep-rooted financial mismanagement threatening the integrity and future of football governance in the country. Presented at the Miatta Conference Hall, the report, compiled in August at the SLFA Secretariat...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Bo, Sierra Leone — In a bold stride toward addressing Sierra Leone’s housing deficit, the Sierra Leone Housing Corporation (SALHOC) and Banga Group have launched a nationwide site tour to assess key lands earmarked for the construction of 5,000 affordable homes. The initiative marks a major milestone in the country’s housing development...Read More
