Yankuba Askia Bio is a quiet overachiever whose strategic leadership and commitment continue to contribute immensely to the transformation of the Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA). Through dedication, professionalism, and a results‑driven approach, he has played a significant role in supporting reforms, operational efficiency, and institutional growth within the Authority. His calm and...Read More
Tuesday, 26 May 2026: Sierra Leone has launched work on a national artificial intelligence strategy as the government accelerates its broader digital transformation agenda. The initiative, developed in partnership with the World Bank Group, comes as authorities seek to expand digital access and modernize public services across the country. The Ministry of Communication, Technology and...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone — Public confidence in Sierra Leone’s governance system has reached a critical low, according to new findings released by the Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI). An online opinion poll conducted by CHRDI asked citizens: “Which of the following public institutions in Sierra Leone do you...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Women in detention across Sierra Leone continue to face severe challenges in accessing basic sanitary products, exposing a hidden crisis of “period poverty” behind bars. AdvocAid, a leading legal aid and welfare support organization, is supporting women with sanitary pad and personal care items for women inmates. The group stresses that...Read More
Freetown, Sierra Leone — Civil society group Health Alert has condemned the Ministry of Works, accusing it of negligence and corruption in the wake of frequent building collapses across the capital. According to Health Alert, the Ministry has failed to develop and enforce policies regulating the construction of multi‑storey buildings, while issuing permits to unqualified...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Sierra Leone: Chief Minister David Moinina Sengeh has praised Orange Sierra Leone for its transformative role in advancing the country’s digital ecosystem, highlighting the impact of the Orange Digital Center (ODC) in building skills and opportunities for young people. Reflecting on his early engagement with the company, the Chief Minister recalled...Read More
WFP Warns of Looming Food Emergency, One in Four Children Stunted By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, May 24, 2026 — The World Food Programme (WFP) has sounded the alarm over Sierra Leone’s worsening food insecurity, reporting that 78 percent of the population is food insecure, with 13 percent severely affected and 26 percent of children...Read More
By George M.O. Wiliams Freetown, May 26, 2026: The Sierra Leone Chamber of Agribusiness Development (SLeCAD) has held a high‑level dialogue with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food Security (MAFS) to strengthen collaboration between government and private sector players in advancing the country’s Feed Salone agenda. The meeting, hosted at SLeCAD’s Beach Road office,...Read More
By Genivi Verdejo THE Philippines and Sierra Leone signed an undertaking agreement on May 20, 2026, establishing the mutual recognition of seafarers’ certificates. Sierra Leone Maritime Administration (SLMA) Executive Director Dr. Daniel Kaitibi signed the document, while Maritime Industry Authority (Marina)-STCW Office Executive Director Samuel Batalla witnessed on behalf of the Philippines. The agreement was...Read More
By Vanessa Onah Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, on Tuesday held a meeting with the President of Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Bio, in Freetown. The meeting is seen as part of engagements focused on peace, democratic governance and regional cooperation in West Africa. Jonathan disclosed this in a statement shared on Tuesday via his social...Read More
