By Ibrahim S. Bangura The vibrant heart of Freetown’s artistic soul, the Ballanta Academy of Music and Performing Arts (BAMPA), is poised to ignite the stage with “Small Giant,” a transformative contemporary dance theatre production. Taking place on the 13th and 14th of March 2025 at the Logie Wright Auditorium, this landmark event, meticulously crafted by the internationally acclaimed dance trainer Harold George, promises to redefine the boundaries of Sierra...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, Sierra Leone — For decades, music has served as a profound tool for storytelling, cultural preservation, and social change in Sierra Leone. From the golden days of weekend gumbe dances to the influence of renowned West African musicians, the country’s rich musical history has shaped generations. One individual deeply connected to this legacy is Anthony Seydu Zachariah Jalloh, known professionally as Seydu. His journey reflects...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone — The National Revenue Authority (NRA) announced on Tuesday that it has identified and commenced the implementation of twenty-one corrective measures aimed at closing revenue leakages and enhancing the integrity of revenue administration. This initiative seeks to improve revenue collection to fund the government’s development and security needs. One significant measure is the prevention of forgery of Classification and Valuation certificates (CVCs)...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh Kambia, Sierra Leone — In a recent High Court Criminal Session in Kambia, Honourable Justice Mohamed Bawoh convicted eight individuals on various charges while discharging three others. The session is part of the judiciary’s efforts to make justice more accessible by deploying judges to regions without resident judges. Justice Bawoh is presiding over 25 cases during the two-week session, which include offences such as murder, attempted suicide,...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka Freetown, Sierra Leone — In a landmark decision on Wednesday, March 4, 2025, Appeal Court Judge Tonia Barnett discharged Hawa Madina Hunt, who had been brought to court on charges of cybercrime against First Lady Fatima Bio and President Julius Maada Bio. Judge Barnett also ordered that Hunt’s Canadian and Sierra Leonean passports be returned to her. Hunt faced two charges under the Cybersecurity and Crime Act...Read More
