By Fatima Kpaka Newton Johnson, an engineer and Nigerian by nationality, on Thursday, November 28, 2024, was remanded by Magistrate Santigie Bangura of Pademba Road Court No2 for being found with two parcels of substance suspected to be Cocaine at the Freetown International Airport. The accused who made his first appearance was charged with two counts of collecting a prohibited drug without lawful authority contrary to section 7(b) of the...Read More
In a passionate and impactful contribution to the Parliamentary debate, Honorable Memunatu Jalloh (fondly known as Mems) directed her focus on critical issues impacting Sierra Leoneans, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), food security, and the dire socio-economic challenges faced by women and children. Her address was both a commendation of progress and a call to action, urging the government to address systemic challenges hindering national development. Honorable Memunatu Jalloh...Read More
30/11/2024 As the December festive season draws near, Freetown City Council is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new events calendar https://events.fcc.gov.sl designed to keep visitors informed about upcoming events and activities in Freetown. Starting today, the events calendar will provide a comprehensive overview of key events across the city, with emphasis on activities planned for December and the holiday season. We hope that this user-friendly platform will help...Read More
By George M.O. Williams The Defence Council of the Ministry of Defence has approved the discharge of 70 military officers of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) on grounds of retirement, prolonged absence without leave, and misconduct, the Defence Ministry said in a statement Friday. The statement outlined that 53 officers, ranging from Major General to Lieutenant were retired administratively. Meanwhile, 11 officers, from Major to Lieutenant, were...Read More
Story by Professor Brandon Hamber People gathered at a bonfire in Sierra Leone. Photo by Sara Terry for Catalyst for Peace. In the heart of Sierra Leone, community bonfires are transforming societies, while in Northern Ireland, similar traditions can deepen divisions. In Sierra Leone, the organisation Fambul Tok (“Family Talk” in Krio) uses traditional bonfire ceremonies for community healing. Initially, meetings around the bonfire focused on addressing grievances from the...Read More
