The African Union (AU) has officially appointed Ambassador Dr. Alhaji Sarjoh Bah as its Permanent Representative to the People’s Republic of China, a move widely seen as a strategic recalibration of Africa’s diplomatic engagement with Beijing. The appointment comes at a time when China remains Africa’s largest trading partner and a key development ally. A distinguished diplomat and scholar, Ambassador Bah hails from Sierra Leone and brings with him a...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Sierra Leone — September 11, 2025: Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has called for the establishment of a dedicated court to enforce tax laws, as part of broader efforts to strengthen Sierra Leone’s domestic revenue mobilization. His remarks came during the official launch of the 2026 budget preparation at the Bintumani International Conference Centre in Aberdeen, Freetown. Speaking under the theme “Enhancing Traditional and Innovative...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura September 9, 2025: The Sierra Leone Film Council (SLFC) has issued a strong statement clarifying its founding history and organizational structure, amid what it describes as widespread misconceptions regarding the role of the Film Guild in its creation and activities. In a statement signed by Director General Alfred Harun, the Council emphasized that while the Film Guild was among the original signatories, it was neither the...Read More
By Sallieu Kanu Sierra Leone — September 11, 2025: The Sierra Leone Seed Certification Agency (SLeSCA) has announced plans to release 33 new seed varieties for rice, cassava, and maize, aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity under the government’s flagship Feed Salone initiative. The announcement was made by Executive Director Dr. Robert Chakanda during a presentation of research findings at the SLeSCA conference hall in Freetown. The seed varieties—developed through over...Read More
By Alieu Masaysay, Office of the Presidential Spokesman, State House, Freetown It is now evident and a fact that the reputation of an iconic national leader—President Julius Maada Bio—who is highly esteemed for his outstanding record of service to Sierra Leone, has been the target of deliberate misinformation and propaganda. These falsehoods, promoted by elements loyal to the opposition, attempted to mislead citizens into believing that President Bio would be...Read More
