By Ibrahim S. Bangura Freetown, Sierra Leone — September 10, 2024 Renowned German music director Stephan Flore is making waves in Sierra Leone’s music scene, offering guidance and mentorship to local musicians. In a recent interview, Flore underscored the importance of formal music education and mentorship, advising Sierra Leonean musicians to seek not only technical skills but a deep understanding of their craft. “Knowledge is the key to success in...Read More
By Fatima Kpaka On Wednesday, 11th September 2024, Ibrahim Bashiru Kamara, CEO of JTK Company, testified in the Pademba Road Court No. 2, presided over by Magistrate Santigie Bangura, in a case involving two Lebanese nationals and a Sierra Leonean accused of illegally importing bomb-making materials. Kamara’s testimony was part of the ongoing trial, where the accused face multiple charges related to the illegal importation of arms manufacturing materials and...Read More
FREETOWN – In what can only be described as a masterclass in self-sabotage, Kroo Town Road has managed to spectacularly boot themselves out of the COFA Inter-Community Champions League by fielding a player so ineligible, it’s a wonder he didn’t show up wearing a WAFA “Do Not Play” badge. The Central One Football Association (COFA) threw the book at Kroo Town Road after the team’s genius decision to let suspended...Read More
By Mohamed Larry Kamara and Ibrahim S. Bangura Kambia District, Sierra Leone – On September 9, 2024, the Disabled and Orphaned Children’s Development – Sierra Leone (DOC-SL) organized a milestone event at Kukuna Court Barry, the headquarters of Bramaia Chiefdom, distributing essential school materials to thirty underprivileged students. The beneficiaries, including disabled children and orphans from both Bramaia and Khonimaka Chiefdoms, received much-needed support to improve their educational prospects. This...Read More
Information Minister completes prestigious Tutu Fellowship By Feima Kpaka Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah has completed the prestigious Archbishop Tutu Leadership Fellowship. The six-month-long fellowship is one of the most competitive intellectual ventures on the continent. The fellowship which is run by the Africa Leadership Institute brings together emerging leaders in Africa while incorporating a combination of theory, the sharing of experiences by successful leaders, experiential learning,...Read More
