By Fatima Kpaka Freetown – September 29, 2025: In a bold move to rejuvenate Sierra Leone’s coastal tourism, the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), undertook a massive cleanup operation yesterday along the Aberdeen and Lumley beaches. The initiative focused on removing seaweed and waste materials that have plagued the area since 2009. The operation, which spans the 3.5-kilometer stretch between...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu KAMBIA, Sierra Leone — As part of preparations for the upcoming World Food Day commemoration, Minister of Agriculture Henry Musa Kpaka has embarked on a working tour of Kambia District to assess readiness and review progress on the government’s flagship Feed Salone initiative, now in its second year. The two-day national celebration, scheduled for 30–31 October, will spotlight agricultural innovation, food security, and community resilience. Minister...Read More
FREETOWN — A technical mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commenced the first and second reviews of Sierra Leone’s $248.5 million Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, approved in October 2024. The programme, which began with an initial disbursement of $46.6 million, aims to strengthen macroeconomic stability, promote inclusive growth, and enhance governance. During a courtesy meeting held on Monday, 29 September 2025, the Head of Mission, Garth Peron...Read More
By: Benedict AbuBakarr Conteh The afternoon sun burns hot over Masongbo, just outside Makeni. Clouds of dust rise as hammers slam into rock, the rhythm of survival echoing across the quarry. In the middle of the commotion, children barely tall enough to lift their hammers bend over heaps of granite, pelting stones into gravel with practiced hands. Their sweat mixes with dust, turning their faces grey before nightfall. Beline Media...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura FREETOWN — Director Aiah Momoh has been elected President of the Sierra Leone Film Council (SLFC), securing a decisive victory in a landmark election that signals a new chapter for the country’s film industry. Momoh, widely respected for his disciplined leadership and visionary approach, won 68 votes to opponent Robinson’s 34, reflecting broad support across Sierra Leone’s creative community. The election, held across seven regions, showcased...Read More
