Category: Current News
Sierra Leone to Take Final Position on 310 UPR Recommendations in September 2026
Sierra Leone has decided to defer its final position on the 310 recommendations received during its Fourth-Cycle Universal Periodic Review (UPR) until the 63rd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council scheduled for September to October 2026. Delivering Sierra Leone’s statement during the adoption of the report of the 52nd Session of the UPR…
NaMEA and Stakeholders Validate 10 Public Investment Project Monitoring Reports
The National Monitoring and Evaluation Agency (NaMEA), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has concluded a two-day validation workshop for 10 Public Investment Project Monitoring Reports at the Freetown City Council Hall on Wallace Johnson Street. The 10 projects are being implemented by various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across Sierra Leone….
NCD Engages Kenema Pupils on Democracy and Drug Awareness
The Eastern Regional Office of the National Commission for Democracy (NCD) has conducted a civic education outreach at the Methodist Girls High School in Kenema, focusing on promoting democratic values and discouraging drug abuse among school-going pupils. The engagement, held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, was led by NCD programmes and research officers on behalf…
Police Chief Warns Recruits on Conduct and Drugs
By Mohamed Lamin Banya The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr William Fayia Sellu, has urged police recruits undergoing training at the Advanced Public Order Training School (APOTS) in Samu, Kambia District, to uphold discipline, commitment, and professionalism. During his visit on Thursday, 14th May 2026, the IGP stressed that discipline is the foundation of…
New Academic Calendar Introduced
By Mariama Bundu Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has announced a series of Cabinet decisions aimed at strengthening Sierra Leone’s governance, economy, and institutional reforms. Speaking at the weekly government press conference at the Miatta Civic Centre on Tuesday, 12th May 2026, Minister Bah said the decisions were taken during the Cabinet…
Makeni Hospital Gets Rehabilitated Maternity and Fistula Wards
By Mohamed Lamin Banya Rehabilitated maternity and fistula wards at the Makeni Regional Hospital have been officially handed over following support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Embassy of Iceland. The handover ceremony took place on Tuesday, 13th May 2026, and brought together health officials, hospital management, and development partners aimed at…
Administrator General Shines at WIPO IP Forum
By Mohamed Sheriff, Information Attaché, Geneva, Switzerland Sierra Leone’s Administrator and Registrar General, Ms Martina Baindu Egbenda, has made a significant mark on the international stage, reinforcing her country’s commitment to intellectual property (IP) reform and gender-inclusive innovation at the 2026 Women and IP Symposium for IP Offices, held in Geneva from 11–13 May 2026….
Consultations Ongoing on Clerics’ Conduct
Social Welfare Minister, Melrose Karminty By Mariama Bundu Minister of Social Welfare, Melrose Karminty, has reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s long-standing tradition of religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims. Speaking on the ongoing discussions surrounding religious regulations, the Minister dismissed claims that the Government has introduced a policy aimed at restricting religious preaching. She…
Freetown Sinks Back Into Darkness
By Mohamed Kamara As darkness falls over Freetown each evening, thousands of families brace themselves for another long night without electricity. In homes across the capital, rechargeable lamps, candles, and mobile phone torches have once again become essential survival tools as widespread blackouts continue to disrupt daily life. For many residents, the situation feels like…
Bio to Hold Bilateral Talks at Nairobi Summit
Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio, is expected to participate in the Africa Forward Summit scheduled to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, from 11–12 May 2026. The high-level summit is jointly hosted by Kenya’s President William Ruto and France’s President Emmanuel Macron, bringing together African leaders, global policymakers, investors, development partners, and international financial institutions….