By Fatima Kpaka Sierra Leone — September 11, 2025: Magistrate John Manson Fornah of Pademba Road Court No. 2 has committed businesswoman Mishella Koroma to the High Court for trial after she was allegedly found in possession of two parcels of cocaine at Freetown International Airport, Lungi. The committal ruling was delivered on Thursday, following...Read More
By Alimamy Lahai Kamara Sierra Leone — September 11, 2025: The Tripartite Steering Committee Secretariat (TSCS) has announced that 84 percent of the tripartite recommendations have been implemented, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing electoral and governance reform efforts. The progress report, presented during a high-level Steering Committee meeting held in the Chief...Read More
On Thursday, the Australian-based NGO, One Girl, donated comprehensive school supplies to 100 girls currently benefiting from its scholarship program in Sierra Leone. The initiative was part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to complement government strategies aimed at promoting girls’ education, particularly among vulnerable and underserved communities. The donation event, held in Freetown, drew a...Read More
By Alusine Sesay Sierra Leone – September 9, 2025: The Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT), in collaboration with key partners, officially launched the Freetown City (Western Urban) High Resolution Imagery on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The event, held in Freetown, marked a significant milestone in the city’s journey toward data-driven urban planning, inclusive development, and improved...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone — September 9, 2025: The hilltop venue of Mongo Peak at Hill Station was buzzing with energy on Tuesday evening as Inkundla Spaces hosted its widely celebrated Trivia Tuesdays event. The gathering offered a refreshing alternative to Freetown’s typical nightlife, drawing a diverse crowd of adults eager to unwind,...Read More
By George M. O. Williams September 10, 2025: Sierra Leone’s creative economy is facing significant roadblocks due to weak intellectual property (IP) protection, according to a new report by the World Bank titled Unlocking Sierra Leone’s Creative Future: Creative Economy Diagnostic and Road Map for Growth. The report highlights systemic challenges that hinder the development...Read More
By Hassan Gbassay Koroma (Intern, SLRSA) In a significant stride toward modernising traffic enforcement and enhancing transparency, the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) is rolling out a cutting-edge smart payment system tailored specifically for traffic offenders. The Authority plans to introduce this modern digital platform as part of its broader strategy to digitise operations...Read More
By Kelvin Roberts Dublin, Ireland — September 10, 2025: His Excellency Chief Justice Desmond Babatunde Edwards, newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Sierra Leone to Ireland, has officially commenced his diplomatic mission following the presentation of his Letters of Credence to Irish President Michael D. Higgins. The credential ceremony took place...Read More
Kingtom, Freetown — September 10, 2025: In a landmark move to strengthen pharmaceutical regulation and public health protection, the Pharmacy Board of Sierra Leone (PBSL) and the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) have signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at combating drug peddling and medicine-related violations nationwide. The agreement was officially signed on Wednesday...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Sierra Leonean creatives are increasingly turning to digital platforms to showcase and promote their work, but a lack of access to monetization opportunities continues to hinder growth and income generation in the sector. This is according to the Unlocking Sierra Leone’s Creative Future: Creative Economy Diagnostic and Road Map for Growth...Read More
