Donald Trump’s pause on a short-lived “Project Freedom” to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, as he claimed progress had been made towards clinching a “Complete and Final Agreement” with Iran, soothed oil markets and sent hopes soaring of a breakthrough. But expectations were soon tempered by the US president himself. Iran said on…
Sudan has accused neighbouring Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of orchestrating drone strikes on its main airport, describing the assault as “direct aggression”. The international airport, located in the capital, was hit on Monday, along with military installations in the Greater Khartoum area. Recent drone strikes have shattered a period of relative calm…
Sierra Leone’s Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, participated in the high-level launch of the Regional Health, Nutrition and Population (HNP) Strategy for Western and Central Africa held in Accra, Ghana. The World Bank-led initiative brings together 22 countries to develop a country-driven roadmap that positions health as a key driver of job creation, productivity,…
The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Jiwoh Abdullia, has described Paramount Chiefs as critical partners in achieving sustainable forest management in Sierra Leone. He made the statement on Monday, 4 May 2026, during a stakeholders’ engagement at the Bombali District Council Hall, which brought together local authorities and Paramount Chiefs from Bombali, Tonkolili, Koinadugu,…
By Mohamed Lamin Banya Sierra Leone has recorded a proud moment at the ongoing WAFU U-20 Women’s Tournament 2026 in Guinea-Bissau, as two of its female referees delivered an impressive performance on the international stage. FIFA Centre Referee Aminata Fullah and Assistant Referee Agnes Gbla officiated the opening clash between Senegal and Gambia, demonstrating confidence,…
Freetown City Council (FCC), in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Roads Authority (SLRA), has cleared storm debris that blocked about 40 meters of one lane of the Bai Bureh Road in the Portee Brima Lane area following heavy rainfall on Monday night. The debris, mainly household waste, disrupted traffic flow before FCC staff moved in…
By Mariama Bundu Efforts to reduce maternal mortality in Sierra Leone are gaining ground, with renewed focus on midwifery and specialized healthcare services for mothers and newborns. Isata Dumbuya, Director of RMNCAH at Partners In Health–Sierra Leone, highlighted ongoing interventions during a recent engagement, pointing to the establishment of a Maternal Center of Excellence in…
By Mohamed Sheriff, Information Attaché, Permanent Mission of Sierra Leone, Geneva The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sierra Leone in Geneva honoured an invitation from the Sierra Leone–Swiss Community to participate in activities marking Sierra Leone’s 65th Independence Anniversary in Bern. The engagement formed part of ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration and consolidate the cordial…
By Mariama Bundu The administration of Fourah Bay College (FBC) has announced a continued ban on all student club activities following recent incidents of violence on campus. According to a notice issued on 2nd May 2026 by Deputy Registrar Brima Bah, the decision comes after disturbances that occurred on 30th April and 1st May, which…
BAN Boss Abubakarr Kamara By Mohamed Lamin Banya Civil society organizations in Sierra Leone have raised serious concerns over the failure of several public institutions to comply with financial reporting laws. The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) and other non-state actors working on public financial management have condemned what they describe as an “alarming failure” by…
