By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, – June 2026: Hon. Justice Mustapha Mohamed Bawoh has discharged 29‑year‑old Timothy Nabieu after the prosecution failed to present evidence against him in a case that had lingered since 2024. Nabieu had been standing trial on two counts of office breaking and larceny, contrary to Section 26(1) of the Larceny Act of 1961. He was accused of breaking into the office of Peninsula Secondary School...Read More
The Dutch government wants the European Union to halt development aid to Sierra Leone, in an attempt to force the West African country to hand over convicted drug trafficker Jos “Bolle Jos” Leijdekkers. Justice minister David van Weel said on Sunday that diplomatic efforts to secure Leijdekkers’ extradition had stalled, and that the government would now try to apply pressure through the EU’s aid budget. He told the talk show Buitenhof it...Read More
By Kelvin Roberts Sierra Leone continues to make its mark on the global academic stage as Dr. Rashidatu Kamara has been awarded the prestigious Best Doctoral Thesis Award at the University of Madrid’s 2026 academic awards ceremony. Dr. Kamara earned the top honour for her groundbreaking doctoral research on Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis, a study recognized for its scientific excellence, innovation, and contribution to global public health. The award places the Sierra...Read More
By George M.O Williams Freetown, May 29, 2026: Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has officially reopened Sierra Leone’s newly refurbished Government Printing Department (GPD), describing the transformation as a milestone in strengthening national institutions and restoring confidence in state-owned enterprises. Representing President Julius Maada Bio at the relaunch ceremony held at the GPD headquarters on Heneson Street, New England Ville, the Vice President said the reopening signified government’s commitment...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has hailed another milestone in its drive to elevate women’s football, as three Sierra Leonean female officials have earned prestigious roles in the ongoing FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup African qualifiers. Under the leadership of SLFA President Babadi Kamara and his Executive Committee, the appointments mark growing international recognition of Sierra Leone’s football administrators and referees. Veteran Match Commissioner Emilia...Read More
