By Desmond Tunde Coker The Western Area Volleyball Regional Championship, held at the Bishop House Complex, National Stadium, concluded with a grand celebration as Forcians (Male) and Young Stars (Female) emerged victorious in their respective categories. The tournament, which began in March 2025, showcased exceptional talent and sportsmanship. At the end of the finals, Moses...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, April 23, 2025 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), alongside local and international partners, organized a high-level national conference on Wednesday to advance inclusive and sustainable financing for gender equality and peacebuilding in Sierra Leone. The event which was held at the Lumley Atlantic Hotel in Freetown was supported...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone – The trial of Abubakarr Turay, Fatmata Bangura, and their daughter, Kadiatu Turay, continued Wednesday, April 23, 2025, before Magistrate Sahr Kekura at the Freetown Magistrate Court No.1. The three individuals are accused of stealing $7,000 while serving as caretakers at the residence of Sierra Leonean football star Kai...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, April 23, 2025 – Sierra Leone has reaffirmed its dedication to eliminating malaria as the country joins the global community in commemorating World Malaria Day on April 24. This year’s theme, “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest. Reimagine. Reignite,” underscores the need for collective action, innovative approaches, and renewed determination to...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka On Friday, April 18, 2025, the High Commission of India and the Indian community in Sierra Leone came together at Sierra Palms Resort, Aberdeen, to celebrate Baisakhi, one of India’s most significant festivals. Indian expatriates, Sierra Leonean nationals, and international guests attended the event, creating a remarkable blend of cultural harmony and...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Detective Police Constable 17861 Issa Kargbo testified on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in the ongoing trial of businessman Adekalie Conteh, accused of murdering Andrew Mansaray. The case was presented before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No.2. Conteh faces three charges: Conspiracy to Murder under Section 4 of the Offences Against...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Washington, April 23, 2025 – Economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa is gaining momentum, with regional growth projected to reach 3.5% in 2025 and accelerate further to 4.3% in 2026-2027. This resilience comes amid global economic uncertainty and constrained fiscal resources, with improved private consumption and investments driving the upturn as inflation...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Under the shade of mango trees in Makeni, a group of teenagers gather every weekend to take part in a unique therapy—drumming. With each rhythmic beat, they find a voice for emotions too painful to express in words, helping them process trauma stemming from abuse, poverty, and loss. The initiative, Healing...Read More
The Office of National Security (ONS), under the leadership of Chief of Staff Francis Langumba Keili, convened a high-level stakeholder meeting on April 17, 2025, to address the growing environmental threats of poor waste management and indiscriminate deforestation in Western Area Rural and Urban, with a particular focus on the Freetown Municipality. The meeting followed...Read More
By Alhaji Haruna Sani In a determined effort to combat cardiovascular-related deaths and raise national awareness about hypertension and diabetes, Love Your Heart Salone has officially launched a life-saving healthcare campaign in the Mongegba community. Spearheaded by Reverend Dr. Joseph Mojoko Koroma, the initiative began with the donation of blood pressure (BP) machines to residents...Read More
