Freetown, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone Chief Minister Dr. Moinina David Sengeh recently revealed that President Julius Maada Bio has introduced him as his Prime Minister on several occasions. Dr. Sengeh made this disclosure during an interview with SL News Blog, following his visit to Koinadugu, Bombali, and Tonkolili Districts. “Interestingly, depending on the context, no lesser person but the President sometimes introduces me as his Prime Minister. However, it...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura A pre-primary schoolteacher, Mohamed Fofanah, is in police custody on an allegation of sexually penetrating a six-year-old pupil. The incident is reported to have occurred on Monday, January 20, 2025, in the Western Area Rural District. According to the child’s uncle, the girl was using the school’s toilet when Fofanah allegedly entered and sexually assaulted her. “Our daughter came home crying,” the uncle recounted. “When her...Read More
By A. Kamara & N. Assad (Purposeful) Last Thursday, State House hosted a critical dialogue on the future of Sierra Leonean women. The Safe Motherhood Bill – an opportunity to save lives and end unnecessary suffering – took centre stage. Yet, the stark truth was laid bare… in a discussion about women’s bodies, men outnumbered women by a large margin. The loudest voices of opposition belonged to the Inter-Religious Council,...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura One of Africa’s most renowned actors, Zubby Micheal and Frank Artus, have ignited excitement in Sierra Leone with the commencement of filming for the new blockbuster movies, “Battle of Supremacy” and “The Jabba Tribes.” These productions, spearheaded by USAfricanMovieProduction—a company established by Sierra Leonean filmmaker Evelyn Grote—highlight Sierra Leone’s growing influence as a hub for African cinema. The arrival of Micheal and Artus in Freetown has...Read More
US Africa Movie Production has officially released “Remission,” a new film that underscores the importance of parental involvement and strong family bonds. Written by acclaimed Nigerian writer Ngara Solomon Freedom and executive-produced by Sierra Leonean Evelyn Grote, the CEO of US Africa Movie Production, “Remission” tells the poignant story of a young woman struggling with addiction and family challenges after returning to Africa. The protagonist, battling addiction and self-destructive behaviors,...Read More
