Members of the Rosint community have expressed gratitude for the Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) initiative introduced by ActionAid in 2016, saying it has significantly improved their livelihoods. James Kalokoh of Rosint community said the savings scheme began with about 30 people contributing between NLe 5 and NLe 10 while supporting one another. “Pregnant…
Over 80 participants, including councillors, chairladies, headmen, harbour masters, fishermen, fishmongers, sea turtle monitors, and other key stakeholders from Turtle Island and Sherbro Island communities in Deima Chiefdom, Bonthe District, have commended the Reptile and Amphibian Program Sierra Leone for its impact in the area, particularly in education and awareness creation. They pledged their continued…
By Sheku Sackoh Turay Sierra Leone participated in the 12th Africa Regional Forum for Sustainable Development (ARFSD), held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa conference hall from 28th to 30th April 2026. The forum brought together about 1,500 participants from 48 African countries to deliberate on transformation and coordinated…
World 400m champion Collen Kebinatshipi has urged African federations to “protect” their athletes after World Athletics blocked six runners from the continent who wanted to transfer their allegiance to Turkey. Switching nationality has increasingly become an attractive option for athletes seeking better incentives and structured support. However, this growing trend has contributed to a talent…
The Prince and Princess of Wales have shared a new family portrait as they mark 15 years of marriage. In the photo, William and Catherine are seen lying in the grass, smiling, with their children – Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis – and their dog during the Easter break. It was taken by…
The youngest son of Zimbabwe’s late former leader Robert Mugabe is to deported from South Africa immediately, a court in Johannesburg has ordered. Bellarmine Mugabe pleaded guilty to pointing a firearm and illegally being in the country earlier this month after he was arrested following the shooting of a 23-year-old man at his home. The 28-year-old has…
By Lemuella Tarawallie The National Security and Central Intelligence Act 2026 has been enacted into law following its passage through the committee stage of the whole House and its third reading in Parliament. The new legislation is expected to strengthen Sierra Leone’s institutional capacity to address emerging threats such as terrorism, organized crime, cyber risks,…
By Mohamed Lamin Banya President Julius Maada Bio has called for unity, discipline, and early preparations for the 2028 general elections as the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) marked its 75th anniversary. The celebration, held on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, at the Bintumani Conference Centre in Freetown, brought together party members, government officials, and supporters…
By Mariama Bundu The Presidential Initiative on Climate Change Secretariat has announced plans to host a major investment summit aimed at boosting regional integration and economic growth across West Africa. The announcement was made on Thursday, 23 April 2026, during a press conference held at the Freetown City Council Hall. The summit, themed “Powering Regional…
By Musa S. Kamara Residents of Falaba District have expressed frustration over the poor state of roads in their communities as they marked this year’s Independence Day. Many residents say the bad road conditions have made transportation difficult, especially during the rainy season, with several routes becoming nearly impassable. The main road linking the district…
