By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone – In a case that has rocked the capital, a disabled man was sentenced to 12 years in prison for killing his wife, in what authorities are describing as a tragic escalation of domestic violence. Abubakarr Mansaray, a beggar, broke down in tears as he was handed his sentence by Acting Chief Justice Nicholas Browne Marke at the Freetown High Court on Wednesday, September...Read More
September 17, 2024 – U.S. Africa Movie Production, renowned for its commitment to impactful storytelling, has premiered its latest film, Dark Cloud. This thought-provoking drama delves into the complexities of romantic relationships, offering a powerful message on the importance of thoroughly evaluating potential partners before making life-altering decisions. The film, executive produced by Sierra Leonean-American filmmaker Evelyn Grote, follows the story of a young couple, deeply in love and ready...Read More
WHO Donates Eight Vehicles to Health Ministry to Bolster Emergency Response By George M.O. Williams Freetown, Sierra Leone – The World Health Organization (WHO) has strengthened Sierra Leone’s public health emergency response by donating eight vehicles to the Ministry of Health (MOH) as part of its Emergency Preparedness Response (EPR) initiative. The handing-over ceremony took place on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Freetown. The donation includes...Read More
The World Mourns the Loss of Michaela Mabinty DePrince, Trailblazing Ballerina and Humanitarian, Dead at 29 By Ibrahim S. Bangura KENEMA, Sierra Leone – The dance world and humanitarian community are in mourning following the tragic death of Michaela Mabinty DePrince, the celebrated Sierra Leonean-American ballerina, who passed away on September 13, 2024, at the age of 29. DePrince, whose life story inspired millions, died just as she had lived...Read More
Tonko Limba & Bramaia Residents Shocked to Discover That “Roads” Are Still a Thing in 2024 By Ibrahim S. Bangura KAMBIA DISTRICT, Tonko Limba – In a stunning revelation that has left residents in utter disbelief, locals from the Tonko Limba and Bramaia chiefdoms have come to the shocking conclusion that roads still exist – at least in theory. Yes, those ancient ribbons of infrastructure once used to transport goods,...Read More
