By Ibrahim S. Bangura New Life Movie, a prominent film production company in Sierra Leone, has debuted its latest film, Fatima, aimed at supporting the government’s initiatives for girl child education, combating early marriage, and addressing gender-based violence. These issues significantly impact the progress of young girls in the country. Lamin Jalloh, known as Lamtec, the writer and director of the film, shared that Fatima explores themes of education, love,...Read More
Ombudsman Urges Chiefs to Uphold Justice By Sallieu S. Kanu Moyamba, September 14, 2024 – In his campaign to promote and strengthen administrative justice, accountability, and good governance in Sierra Leone, the Ombudsman has called on Paramount Chiefs in the Southern Region to uphold justice, accountability and good governance. Tejan Ahmed Israel Jah Esq. made this statement whilst addressing Paramount Chiefs, District Chairpersons, Mayors, and government functionaries at the Human...Read More
Sierra Leone Makeup Artist Yei Yongai Breaks Guinness World Record By Ibrahim S. Bangura Mary Yei Yongai, a renowned Sierra Leonean makeup artist from Freetown, has achieved global recognition by breaking the Guinness World Record for the “Most Cosmetic Makeovers by One Artist in 24 Hours.” Yongai made history by applying makeup on 111 individuals, surpassing the previous record set by Martha Tilaar in 2005. The Guinness World Records Team...Read More
Freetown Filmmaking Awards Celebrate Sierra Leone’s Rising Stars By Ibrahim S. Bangura FREETOWN, Sept. 15, 2024 – The vibrant heart of Sierra Leone’s capital came alive on Sunday as ‘Uniting Through the Lens’, a key organization in the nation’s filmmaking scene, hosted its inaugural awards festival at Freetown’s City Hall. The event, which aimed to honor Sierra Leone’s filmmaking community, recognized the exceptional contributions of filmmakers and industry stakeholders who...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura FREETOWN, Sierra Leone — September 15, 2024 — The film The Scuffle made a remarkable impact at the Freetong Film Festival on Sunday, claiming seven prestigious awards during the event held at the Freetown City Council Hall. This annual festival, aimed at promoting Sierra Leone’s burgeoning film industry, attracted numerous filmmakers and stakeholders from across the region. Produced by KID-AFAN Films and MEDM Production, The Scuffle...Read More
