Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Justice Sector Coordination Office (JSCO), in collaboration with The Carter Center, convened a high-level review meeting with justice sector stakeholders to assess the implementation of the Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE) Act, 2022. The discussions, held at the New Brookfields Hotel in Freetown, reaffirmed a collective commitment to building...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone, April 25, 2025—The Mayor of Freetown, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, celebrated the achievements of 18 winners of the Second Round of the Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund, who were awarded a total of $87,471 (NLe 1,981,000) to implement innovative, youth-led climate solutions. The ceremony highlighted the collaborative efforts of Freetown...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone, April 25, 2025—President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has reiterated Africa’s unified call for equitable representation on the United Nations Security Council, describing the current lack of representation as a “profound historical injustice.” Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Retreat of Permanent Representatives of C-10 Member States at...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone—In a landmark move to bolster international collaboration, Sierra Leone has signed a framework agreement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, covering key sectors such as agriculture, education, technology, research, and mining. This strategic partnership was announced by Francess Paige Alghali, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation,...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone—In a move that underscores Sierra Leone’s commitment to global justice, the nation has proudly nominated Professor Charles C. Jalloh to serve as a judge at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), solidifying its reputation as a champion of international law. Professor Jalloh, widely regarded as one of Sierra Leone’s most accomplished legal...Read More
By Chernor Bah, Minister of Information and Civic Education Every year, as April 27 approaches, Sierra Leoneans commemorate a pivotal moment in our national history — the day we gained independence from colonial rule. Yet, alongside the celebrations, a familiar chorus echoes across newspapers, radio stations, and social media: “What have we gained since independence?”...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone—Footballer Mohamed Kamara has been remanded in custody following his arraignment before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Kamara faces five charges related to the unlawful possession and handling of prohibited drugs, specifically Kush. The charges against him include collecting, transporting, exposing,...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Washington, DC—In a significant step towards promoting debt transparency, Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, Deputy Speaker of Sierra Leone’s Parliament and Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, met with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Legal Department on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the IMF headquarters in Washington, DC. The meeting was part of...Read More
By Desmond Tunde Coker Freetown, Sierra Leone—In an exciting milestone for Sierra Leone basketball, Elephant Bet has announced its sponsorship of the first international basketball friendly in 18 years, organized by the Sierra Leone Basketball Federation (SLBF). This landmark event marks a new chapter for the sport in Sierra Leone, highlighting the nation’s aspirations to...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone—In a remarkable gesture aimed at saving lives and celebrating voluntary blood donation, Connaught Hospital will host over 60 voluntary blood donors from the Desmond Lewis Voluntary Blood Donors Foundation on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the hospital’s main blood bank. The foundation was established to honor the legacy...Read More
