By Alimamy Lahai Kamara Freetown – The Tripartite Steering Committee Secretariat (TSCS) has made significant strides in implementing the recommendations outlined in the Tripartite Report and Unity Agreement. Coordinator Ngolo Katta briefed Attorney General and Minister of Justice Alpha Sesay on Thursday at his Guma Building office, highlighting progress and ongoing activities. Progress on Reviews Katta revealed that the Independent Management and Functional Review of the Electoral Commission Sierra Leone...Read More
By George M.O Williams Lungi, Port Loko District – April 7, 2025: In a major stride toward enhancing food security and agricultural self-sufficiency in Sierra Leone, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has signed a landmark investment agreement with Pee Cee Holding Ltd (PCH), one of the country’s leading agribusiness and consumer goods companies. The agreement, announced yesterday during a ceremony at Pee Cee...Read More
By: Dr. Yakama Manty Jones (nee Mara) Every year, an increasing number of African businesses receive funding, training, and support. But few become the engines of structural transformation the continent needs. Despite the momentum behind private sector development (PSD) across Africa, as a cornerstone for sustainable and inclusive growth, the metrics that dominate—the number of grants issued, startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) supported, or dollars spent—rarely reflect true...Read More
By George M. O. Williams Freetown, April 4, 2025 – In celebration of World Health Week, the World Health Organization (WHO) has provided Sierra Leone with state-of-the-art medical equipment and logistics worth approximately $380,000. The official handover ceremony took place at the Youyi Building in Freetown. The donation, financed through the Global Fund, includes two modern buses and advanced laboratory equipment designed to enhance the nation’s healthcare infrastructure. It aims...Read More
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Sierra Leone has initiated an investigation into Thomas Daddy Brima, President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), over allegations of embezzling $720,000 intended for football development. The probe also involves SLFA’s acting secretary general, Benson Bawoh, and chief finance officer, Ibrahim Bah. ACC Commissioner Francis Ben Kaifala announced on Friday that the trio is suspected of diverting funds from FIFA, the Confederation of African...Read More
