By Ibrahim S. Bangura Internationally acclaimed palm wine musician Seydu Jalloh has urged Sierra Leonean musicians to embrace their cultural roots while navigating the modern music landscape. Jalloh, who has masterfully blended traditional palm wine music with contemporary sounds, emphasized the importance of preserving indigenous culture amid outside influences. In a recent interview, Jalloh highlighted the significance of maintaining a connection to Sierra Leone’s traditional music, which he views as...Read More

By Stephen V. Lansana On Thursday, March 13, 2025, the Executive Chairman of the Produce Monitoring Board (PMB), Raymond Bob Katta, highlighted the achievements and progress made by the Board since his appointment in December last year. He made these disclosures during a press briefing held at the PMB conference hall, Lightfoot Boston Street, Delco House in Freetown. Expressing gratitude to President Bio for the trust placed in him, Katta...Read More

By Sallieu S. Kanu A new weapon in the battle against malaria is emerging, and this time not from a laboratory, but rather driven by machine learning. Researchers at the North-West University (NWU) have leveraged artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate the search for life-saving drugs, a breakthrough that could shift the tide against this deadly disease. The researchers have focused on a specific protein that is essential for the survival...Read More

Both sides to hold next round of Foreign Office Consultations in Freetown By Ubeer Naqushbandi Sierra Leone has agreed to consider support to India’s candidature for UNSC non-permanent seat for the year 2028-29, the officials said on Tuesday. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said Sierra Leone has also agreed to expedite the approval process for its government to sign the Agreement of International Solar Alliance (ISA), recognise Indian Pharmacopoeia,...Read More

By Sallieu S. Kanu NEW YORK—-The Rapaport Group has announced its next Trade Mission to Sierra Leone, reinforcing its commitment to ethical trade and sustainable economic development. Rapaport’s fourth trade mission to Sierra Leone in the past two years, reflects a dedication to fostering responsible sourcing and long-term progress in the artisanal diamond sector, Rapaport said in a statement. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get close and see how diamonds are actually mined, how it...Read More