The Director General of the Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA), Yankuba Askia Bio, has added another accolade to his growing list of achievements after receiving a prestigious award from the Africa-UK Diaspora Trade and Investment Summit and Awards. The honor recognizes Mr. Bio’s outstanding leadership and transformative impact on Sierra Leone’s maritime sector, particularly his efforts to modernize port operations, enhance efficiency, and promote sustainable growth. Since assuming...Read More
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 focused style of leadership reflects the true qualities of a transformational figure working diligently behind...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 Innovation disclosed the project last week during a three-day consultation that brought together media organizations,...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 trust the most to act in the best interest of citizens?” The results were stark...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 menstruation padsdoes not stop in detention, yet many women are forced to endure their cycles...Read More
