CHRDI Boss Abdul Fatorma By Mohamed Lamin Banya A recent citizens’ poll conducted by the Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa (CHRDI) indicates that Sierra Leoneans strongly support a governance system that is fair, transparent, and inclusive. On the Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE) Act, the survey found that 25% of respondents…
By Claudia Redwood-Sawyerr Future Perspectives, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Civic Education, on Friday 13th March hosted the West Africa Youth Symposium at the Miatta Civic Centre. The high-level engagement aimed to inspire young people to play an active role in shaping Africa’s future economy. The symposium brought together about 100 young…
By Mohamed Lamin Banya The Chief Economist at the Ministry of Finance, Alimamy Bangura, says Sierra Leone’s economy had shown strong improvement before the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. Speaking on the country’s economic outlook, Alimamy said key indicators had improved significantly in recent years. Government revenue increased from 7.2 percent in 2022 to 11.3…
By Mariama Bundu Officials from the Economic Community of West African States have held a technical discussion with the National Revenue Authority to strengthen the administration and collection of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Sierra Leone. The engagement followed a recent ECOWAS capacity-building training aimed at improving domestic revenue mobilization and cross-border e-commerce…
By Marian Magdalene Bangura The Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has highlighted Sierra Leone’s remarkable progress in empowering girls and women. “In 2018, a girl born in Sierra Leone faced staggering odds,” he said at the CSW70. “She had nearly a 1 in 2 chance of becoming pregnant before age 19, almost…
By Mariama Bundu Law students from the Faculty of Law, Fourah Bay College participated in a constitutional dialogue at the Embassy of the United States in Sierra Leone on March 12 in Freetown. The event formed part of the Freedom 250 series marking the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of American independence and was themed…
By Maimunatu Bah, Public Relations Officer, Foison Resources SL Limited Foison Resources SL Limited has earned prestigious recognition from Milestone Technology College for its instrumental role in supporting Project 200, a groundbreaking initiative set to transform the lives of young people through education and skills development. The honour was bestowed upon Mr. Joseph Nanah, Chief…
The Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Dr. Isata Mahoi, has held a productive bilateral meeting with Her Excellency Hadja Lahbib, Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness, and Crisis Management of the European Commission, on the margins of the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women in New York. The meeting focused on strengthening…
By James Conteh Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has urged African leaders and labour stakeholders to work together to promote fair and inclusive employment across the continent. Speaking at the 52nd Governing Council Meeting and High-Level Symposium of the African Regional Labour Administration Centre (ARLAC) at the Mamba Point Lagoonda Hotel on 12 March…
By Ishmail Saidu Kanu Severe malnutrition in Sierra Leone has decreased from 28% in 2023 to 13% in 2025, according to the latest progress report on Feed Salone, submitted to President Julius Maada Bio at State House. This programme constitutes the Government’s principal mechanism for addressing the nation’s persistent food security challenges. Established in October…
