Category: Current News
Cross-Party Leaders Call for Unity and Dialogue
Leaders of 14 registered political parties in Sierra Leone held a historic meeting at the headquarters of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), marking the first time such a large cross-party delegation has gathered at Unity House. The meeting was hosted by SLPP National Chairman, Sir Jimmy Batilo Songa, alongside Deputy National Chairman Robert K….
Global Mediators Push for Opposition’s Return to Parliament
Representatives of ECOWAS and the United Nations have called on opposition Members of Parliament in Sierra Leone to end their boycott and return to Parliament, as part of efforts to strengthen democracy and national unity. The appeal was made during a meeting between the International Moral Guarantors and MPs from both the ruling and opposition…
First Lady Reaffirms Commitment to Ending Child Marriage in Sierra Leone
The First Lady of Sierra Leone, Fatima Maada Bio, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ending child marriage, describing it as a national priority and a personal mission. She made the remarks during a meeting with the UNFPA–UNICEF Global Programme to End Child Marriage (GPECM) Coalition, which is on a working visit to Sierra Leone…
Parliamentary Committee Raises Alarm Over Illegal Work Permits in Road Contracts
By Lemuella Tarawallie The Parliamentary Oversight Committee on Works and Public Assets has expressed strong concern over the presence of foreign contractors working on major road projects in Sierra Leone without valid work permits. The Committee, chaired by Deputy Leader of Government Business, Hon. Bashiru Silikie, described the situation as unacceptable and a clear violation…
AG Meets Reform Partners
The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay, has met with a delegation of International Moral Guarantors to review progress on Sierra Leone’s electoral and constitutional reform agenda. The meeting, held at the Guma Building on Lamina Sankoh Street, brought together representatives from ECOWAS, the United Nations, and the Commonwealth, and was led by…
SL to Host ECOWAS Judicial Council Confab
CJ Komba Kamanda The Judiciary of Sierra Leone is set to host the ECOWAS Judicial Council Meeting for the first time, bringing together top judges and judicial officials from across West Africa. The five-day conference will take place from April 20 to 24, 2026, at the Atlantic Hotel in Lumley, Freetown. It will gather about…
Minister Calls for Youth-Led Action at 2026 ECOSOC Youth Forum
Sierra Leone’s Minister of Youth Affairs has called on global leaders to take practical steps to support young people during a side event at the 2026 ECOSOC Youth Forum. The event brought together governments, youth leaders, and development partners to discuss how to increase youth involvement in sustainable development. The Minister said young people are…
Keystone One Properties Launches in Sierra Leone, Partners with Housing Corporation
Keystone One Properties has officially entered Sierra Leone’s real estate market with a successful soft launch held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Radisson Blu Mammy Yoko Hotel in Freetown. The event brought together government officials, investors, and key stakeholders in the housing sector, marking a significant step toward strengthening real estate development in…
New District Technical Colleges Planned
By Mariama Bundu The Minister of Higher and Technical Education, Ramatulai Wurie, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to expanding access to technical and higher education across Sierra Leone, describing skills development as a key driver of national development. Speaking at the Karene Civic Day Series on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the Minister emphasized the importance of…
Fire Incident at SLBC Headquarters; Minister Conducts On-Site Assessment
By Claudia Redwood-Sawyerr The Minister of Information and Civic Education, today conducted an on-site assessment of the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation building at New England Ville, following a localized fire incident that affected a small section of the facility. Minister Chernor Bah, accompanied by the Minister of Local Government, Tamba Lamina, was guided through the…