Author: Kay-Lyne Wolfenden The initiative allows employees to gain ownership, profit entitlement, and a direct stake in the company’s long-term success, reinforcing Orange’s commitment to shared value and inclusive growth. Orange Sierra Leone has taken a major step in employee empowerment by issuing official share certificates to eligible employees under its Employee Shareholding Scheme. The initiative allows...Read More
The new Gendema Bridge is more than a piece of infrastructure, it’s a long-awaited lifeline for farmers, students and trading communities who have been isolated from reliable markets and schools for decades. Now, thousands across Simbaru, Wando, Gorama Mende, and Konike Sanda chiefdoms can move their harvests without fearing delays, spoilage, or dangerous crossings. A...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Kambia, January 9, 2026: Radio Bankhi-Solofaray FM 93.7, the community radio station of Bramaia Chiefdom in northern Sierra Leone, has been completely destroyed by fire, sparking urgent appeals for support from government, humanitarian organizations, and NGOs. The blaze consumed the station’s building and equipment, including broadcasting materials and office supplies, leaving...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, January 2026 — Omar Elkan Agyei, popularly known as Elkan, a 22-year-old UK-born artist of Sierra Leonean heritage, has paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, to discuss strategies for promoting Sierra Leone’s cultural heritage on the global stage. During the meeting,...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, January 8, 2026: The Ballanta Academy of Music and Performing Arts (BAMPA) has honoured internationally acclaimed young vocalist Malakai Bayoh at a special ceremony held at the Academy in Freetown. The event drew prominent figures from Sierra Leone’s music and creative arts industry, including voice tutor and music director Double...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu The National Executive of the All People’s Congress (APC) has met with party flagbearer aspirants in a bid to foster unity, dialogue, and a shared vision ahead of upcoming elections. Party officials said the engagement created a platform for open and constructive discussions between the leadership and aspirants vying for the...Read More
The struggle for the soul of the All People’s Congress (APC) Party is ultimately a struggle for values, integrity, and future relevance. Ambassador Omrie Golley stands firmly on the side of principle, loyalty, and service. His commitment to the APC has never been seasonal or opportunistic; it is a lifelong dedication forged through sacrifice, consistency,...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – January 2026: The National Public Health Agency (NPHA) and the Ministry of Health have confirmed an active outbreak of cutaneous ulcers caused by Haemophilus ducreyi in the northern region. The outbreak was first detected on November 17 in the Kayassic Community of Safroko Limba Chiefdom and has since...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone – January 8, 2026: The Government of Sierra Leone has announced a major policy shift in the management of the nation’s mineral assets, following directives from President Julius Maada Bio. The move involves the winding up of the Mineral Wealth Fund Sierra Leone Limited (MWFSL) and the termination of...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone – January 9, 2026: The Lifeline Nehemiah Projects (LNP) has announced major progress in its flagship program, 2YoungLives, which provides comprehensive support to pregnant underage girls across Sierra Leone. According to Administrative Director Philimon Kamara, the initiative has mentored 202 pregnant teenagers as of December 2025, offering them vital resources to navigate...Read More
