By George M.O Williams Freetown, March 2, 2026 — Partners In Health (PIH) has honoured Dr. Sonia Melissa Spencer, Chairperson of the Board of the University of Sierra Leone Teaching Hospitals Complex, and Professor Kehinde Sunday Oluwadiya, Chief Medical Director, for their outstanding contributions to strengthening the institution and advancing specialist medical training in Sierra Leone. The ceremony, held at the Teaching Hospital on Percival Street, brought together senior management...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura The Ministry of Health on Monday March 2, 2026, officially launched the 300 Days of Activism, to accelerate progress toward ending preventable maternal and child deaths and eliminating zero-dose children within a defined 300-day period. The initiative marks a decisive shift by the Ministry from periodic health campaigns to sustained, day-to-day action across health facilities and communities nationwide, strengthening accountability, service delivery, and outcomes. The launch...Read More
On Valentine’s Day 2026, a newborn weighing just 3.79 pounds became the first baby delivered at Sierra Leone’s new Maternal Center of Excellence. The hospital’s NICU was largely funded by creators Hank and John Green and their online community, who raised about $50 million. KEY FACTS: The Paul E. Farmer Maternal Center of Excellence (MCOE) officially opened Feb. 14, 2026, housing Sierra Leone’s first-ever neonatal intensive care unit. The baby girl was delivered at...Read More
Freetown, 2 March 2026 — The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has announced that FIFA has officially approved the hosting of a Goalkeeper Coaching Course in Sierra Leone, marking a significant step in strengthening technical development and specialized coaching expertise in the country. Course Details Dates: Monday, 13 April – Friday, 17 April 2026 Venue: SLFA Secretariat, Kingtom, Freetown Organized in collaboration with FIFA, the course will provide participants with...Read More
Abu Bakarr Jalloh The African Business Awards 2026 has announced the nomination of Sierra Leonean CEO and founder of VR&C Marketing and the Sierra Leone Diaspora Investment Conference, Vickie Remoe, for the AfBC International Trade Excellence Award. This category honours organisations, businesses, or leaders driving cross-border trade, exports, investments and international partnerships. It recognises excellence in market expansion, trade facilitation, and supply chain development, and in strengthening Africa’s position in global commerce. This year’s awards are scheduled to...Read More
