Category: Current News
Tragedy in Bo City…
Carpenter Electrocuted While Roofing Building A carpenter identified as Nabieu has reportedly died after being electrocuted while carrying out roofing work on a three-storey building along Torwama Road in Bo City. The incident occurred on Thursday, 11th June 2026, while the deceased was working on the roof of the building. According to reports, a zinc…
The Sierra Leone Bar Association needs a resolute and visionary leader
It requires an individual who will bridge the growing divide among members of the legal profession. It requires an individual who can address the divergent interests of its members. It requires an individual who can engage with the government on issues affecting the interests of its members. It requires someone who will negotiate for more…
Maternal, Infant Deaths Decline in Sierra Leone
By Mohamed Lamin Banya The Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, has announced that the first 100 days of the government’s 300 Days of Activism campaign have recorded significant progress in maternal and child healthcare. He disclosed that maternal mortality has reduced by 31 percent, while infant mortality has declined by 11 percent. He further…
Sierra Leone, Liberia Sign Off on Stronger Anti-Graft Fight
The leadership of Sierra Leone’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and Liberia’s Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cross-border cooperation in the fight against corruption The engagement took place on Thursday, 11th June 2026, at the LACC Headquarters in Monrovia, Liberia, between Sierra Leone’s ACC Commissioner, Francis Ben Kaifala Esq., and his Liberian counterpart,…
Immigration Department Expands Decentralized Services to Bo
By Mariama Bundu The Sierra Leone Immigration Department (SLID) has continued its decentralization drive with the establishment of immigration services in Bo, Southern Region. The initiative forms part of efforts to bring immigration services closer to the people and reduce the need for citizens to travel to Freetown to access essential services. Similar decentralization programmes…
Labour Miniter Calls for Human-Centred Approach to AI at ILC
By Mohamed SheriffInformation Attaché | Geneva, Switzerland Sierra Leone’s Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Hon. Mohamed Rahman Swaray, has called on member states of the International Labour Organization (ILO) to ensure that artificial intelligence (AI) serves human dignity and promotes decent work rather than deepening inequality. Addressing the 114th Session of the International…
Midnight Fire Rocks Nyapui School
By Mohamed Lamin Banya A fire outbreak in the early hours of Thursday has destroyed a major classroom block at Nyapui Secondary School of Excellence. According to a statement issued by the school administration, the fire occurred at about 1:35 a.m. and completely destroyed the old classroom block, which housed the Examinations Office, Staff Common…
AHF Launches Freedom from Debt Campaign
By Lemuella Tarawallie The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Sierra Leone, in partnership with civil society organizations and development partners, on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, has launched the Freedom from Debt Campaign in Sierra Leone, while also reaffirming its commitment to strengthening pandemic preparedness and community resilience across Sierra Leone. During the launch at the Family…
Parliament Probes Goldtree, Lizard Earth
By Mariama Bundu The Parliamentary Committee on Environment and Climate Change, as part of its oversight responsibility, on Monday, 8th June 2026, conducted an inspection and engagement visit to two companies, Lizard Earth and Goldtree, in Jawei Chiefdom, Daru, Kailahun District, to assess their compliance with Sierra Leone’s environmental laws and regulations. The visit forms…
SLFA Commences CAF C Diploma Coaching Course in Freetown
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has officially commenced the CAF C Diploma Coaching Course on Monday, June 8, at the Sierra Leone Football Academy in Freetown. This marks the second CAF C Diploma Coaching Course organised within four months, underscoring the SLFA’s continued commitment to strengthening coaching education and grassroots football development across the…