By Fatima Kpaka Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) has recorded its most profitable year, announcing over SLE 600 million in profits for the 2024 financial year at its 52nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Freetown. Historic Financial Growth During the AGM, the Chairman declared, “We have just delivered the most profitable year in our Bank’s history!”—a statement reinforced by exceptional financial figures: – Profit Before Tax skyrocketed from SLE 127.9...Read More
The Sierra Leone Water Company (SALWACO) has successfully concluded a weeklong nationwide stakeholder engagement on the Saudi Program for the Drilling of Wells and Rural Development in Africa, Phase V – Sierra Leone. The initiative, aimed at securing land and informing key stakeholders about the project, took place between June 2 and June 7, 2025, covering multiple districts across the country. Project Scope and Impact The Government of Sierra Leone...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura Sierra Leonean artist Mash P has released a compelling new single, “Ghetto Hero,” under WAYout Arts, a track that narrates his personal struggles and triumphs growing up in the ghetto. The song has already gained widespread attention, resonating deeply with listeners across Sierra Leone and beyond. A Story of Survival and Hope Through “Ghetto Hero,” Mash P delivers raw and emotional storytelling, painting vivid images of...Read More
By Alimatu Jalloh The fraud case involving Tamba Johnny Walker has been committed to the High Court for trial following a ruling by Magistrate Mustapha Braima Jah on June 10, 2025, at Pademba Road Court No. 1 in Freetown. Walker was arraigned on two charges: – Conspiracy, contrary to law – Obtaining money by false pretenses, under Section 21(1) of the Larceny Act of 1916 According to the charge sheet,...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Karpowership, a global leader in floating power solutions, has announced a significant reduction in electricity generation in Sierra Leone due to prolonged payment delays from the government. The company, which has provided reliable power to Sierra Leone since 2018, said in a statement on Tuesday that, capacity fees for its Powership have remained unpaid for over two years, while fuel supply payments have been delayed for...Read More
