By Fatima Kpak Freetown, Sierra Leone – In a bid to tackle electricity-related crimes and support ongoing reforms in the energy sector, Chief Justice Honourable Justice Komba Kamanda has announced plans to establish a specialized court dedicated to adjudicating electricity-related cases. During a high-level meeting with the Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA), Justice Kamanda assured the institution that the judiciary would prioritize cases concerning illegal meter bypassing, electricity theft,...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Lawyer Ady Macauley, a distinguished legal figure and leading presidential aspirant for Sierra Leone’s All People’s Congress (APC), has been recognized as the country’s Legal Personality of the Year at the 2025 National Heroes Awards. The prestigious ceremony, held at the Bintumani Conference Centre in Aberdeen on May 10, celebrated individuals across various sectors for their contributions to national development. The annual event, organized by the...Read More
By Reuters Sierra Leone accounted for half of Africa’s confirmed mpox cases last week, the continent’s main health body said on Thursday, adding that the West African country was fuelling the outbreak. Mpox is a viral infection that spreads through close contact and typically causes flu-like symptoms and pus-filled lesions. It is usually mild, but can be lethal. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said Sierra Leone...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka FREETOWN, Sierra Leone – The Supreme Court of Sierra Leone has ruled that the Motor Drivers Union and the General Transport Workers Union must conduct their national executive elections by June 30, 2025. The decision, issued on Friday, May 9, 2025, by a five-judge panel, also mandates the unions to regularize their memberships to ensure fair representation. The ruling follows a legal battle between the union’s current...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone – May 9, 2025 – The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has announced that Sierra Leone will once again serve as the finish line destination for the 2026 Budapest Bamako Rally, now rebranded as the Budapest Bamako Freetown Challenge. Organizers also unveiled a new logo, featuring the Sierra Leonean flag, replacing the previous Malian emblem, symbolizing the growing importance of the country...Read More
