By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, April 5, 2025—The Ballanta Academy of Music and Performing Arts (BAMPA) dazzled Freetown’s cultural scene with its Vocal Variety Concert, a soul-stirring celebration of the human voice held at the academy’s auditorium. The event showcased an impressive spectrum of musical styles, ranging from classical arias to contemporary jazz. Aimed at nurturing talent, fostering artistic innovation, and deepening community appreciation for the performing arts, the concert...Read More
By Bei Santigie T Kamara Freetown – Sierra Leone’s football governance has been rocked by allegations of corruption involving the President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), Thomas Daddy Brima. The embattled SLFA boss is under investigation by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for allegedly diverting $720,144 meant for football development into his personal bank account without proper documentation or accountability. ACC Investigation Uncovers Financial Irregularities ACC Commissioner Francis Ben...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown – Sierra Leone’s President Dr. Julius Maada Bio on Monday, April 7, 2025, received Mr. Neale Richmond, Ireland’s Minister of State for International Development and the Diaspora, at State House during his brief working visit to Sierra Leone. In his remarks, Minister Richmond expressed gratitude to President Bio for the warm reception and emphasized the purpose of his visit—to assess the work of the Irish...Read More
By Ishmael Bayoh Umrah is a sacred journey that holds profound significance in the hearts of Muslims worldwide. As a cherished Sunnah, it offers a unique opportunity to renew one’s faith and cleanse the soul. Pilgrims embark on this spiritual endeavor to seek forgiveness, offer sincere du’a, and strengthen their connection with Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized the importance of performing Umrah at least once in...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown – George Browne, one of the prisoners who escaped during the failed coup on November 26, 2023, has found himself back in court. This time, he faces allegations of stabbing Mohamed Alie Bah in the lower left eye with a knife. Browne, who was previously serving a sentence at Pademba Road Prison for wounding his uncle in a similar knife attack, appeared before Magistrate Santigie Bangura...Read More
