On Thursday, the Australian-based NGO, One Girl, donated comprehensive school supplies to 100 girls currently benefiting from its scholarship program in Sierra Leone. The initiative was part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to complement government strategies aimed at promoting girls’ education, particularly among vulnerable and underserved communities. The donation event, held in Freetown, drew a diverse group of attendees, including parents, guardians, scholarship beneficiaries, and women advocates for female empowerment....Read More
By Alusine Sesay Sierra Leone – September 9, 2025: The Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT), in collaboration with key partners, officially launched the Freetown City (Western Urban) High Resolution Imagery on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The event, held in Freetown, marked a significant milestone in the city’s journey toward data-driven urban planning, inclusive development, and improved municipal service delivery. The initiative, funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leone — September 9, 2025: The hilltop venue of Mongo Peak at Hill Station was buzzing with energy on Tuesday evening as Inkundla Spaces hosted its widely celebrated Trivia Tuesdays event. The gathering offered a refreshing alternative to Freetown’s typical nightlife, drawing a diverse crowd of adults eager to unwind, connect, and compete in a series of interactive games. Spearheaded by Isha ‘Izi Lee’ Kamara,...Read More
By George M. O. Williams September 10, 2025: Sierra Leone’s creative economy is facing significant roadblocks due to weak intellectual property (IP) protection, according to a new report by the World Bank titled Unlocking Sierra Leone’s Creative Future: Creative Economy Diagnostic and Road Map for Growth. The report highlights systemic challenges that hinder the development and monetization of content-driven industries such as music, film, and publishing. Despite the existence of...Read More
By Hassan Gbassay Koroma (Intern, SLRSA) In a significant stride toward modernising traffic enforcement and enhancing transparency, the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) is rolling out a cutting-edge smart payment system tailored specifically for traffic offenders. The Authority plans to introduce this modern digital platform as part of its broader strategy to digitise operations and promote accountability across its enforcement framework. This move underscores SLRSA’s commitment to leveraging technology...Read More
