Category: Current News
8 Children Aged 0–2 in Female Correctional Facility
CHRDI boss Abdul Fatorma who released the report yesterday The Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI) has raised urgent concerns following a monitoring visit on 17 February 2026 to the Sierra Leone Correctional Services (SLCS) facilities in Freetown. The organization reports severe human rights abuses, unsafe conditions, and a lack of basic dignity…
Sierra Leone Improves Global Anti-Corruption Ranking, ACC Reveals
By Mariama Bundu On Tuesday, 17 February 2026, the Ministry of Information and Civic Education held its weekly Government Press Conference at the Miatta Civic Centre, where key national issues, including the fight against corruption were discussed. Addressing the public, Patrick Sandi, Coordinator of Operations at the Anti-Corruption Commission, highlighted notable progress made in strengthening…
Kpetema-Mattru Jong Road Set for December Completion
By Mohamed Kamara Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh convened a high-level meeting on Thursday, 19 February 2026, to review progress on the Kpetema–Mattru Jong Road project, following a directive from President Julius Maada Bio to complete the road before the rainy season. The road, a strategic project under the government’s Big Five Game Changers…
Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to Türkiye Continues Istanbul Tour
Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to Türkiye, Her Excellency Francess Virginia Anderson, PhD, has advanced her week-long working visit to Istanbul by securing strategic partnerships with leading textile manufacturers, including Tokman Fashion & Textile Garment Factory and Emon Men’s Clothing & Shirt Manufacturer & Store, in support of the upcoming Freetown Trade and Investment Tours. The engagements,…
SLFA Conducts Safeguarding Training for Women’s Premier League Clubs
The Sierra Leone Football Association, on Monday 16th February 2026, successfully organised a comprehensive Safeguarding Training for all Women’s Premier League clubs under the theme, “Protecting the Game Against Abuse and Harassment: Creating a Safe Space for Female Athletes.” The session was facilitated by Alusine Aiah Kabba, Safeguarding Manager,* who provided practical, standards-based guidance on…
MoPAPA Deputy Minister Holds Successful Political Consultations
By Sheku Sackoh Turay The Deputy Minister of Public Administration and Political Affairs (MoPAPA), Hon. Philip Tetema Tondoneh, had a successful consultative meeting with the Political Sector and Agencies within the Ministry to map out strategies that will enhance a peaceful and democratic political atmosphere prior to the 2028 elections. The engagement was held in…
APC National Secretary Defiant After Release from Prison
National Secretary General of the opposition All People’s Congress (APC), Lansana Dumbuya Esq., has vowed not to be intimidated by threats of imprisonment following his recent detention at Pademba Road prison. The opposition scribe made the statement on Tuesday, 17th February 2026, shortly after his release, when he went directly to the party’s national headquarters…
NaCCED to Launch School Civic Clubs, Government Printing Set for $5M Upgrade
By Mohamed Kamara Chairman of the National Council of Civic Education and Democracy (NaCCED), Joseph Munda Bindi, has mentioned plans to establish civic clubs in schools to educate children about their civic responsibilities. He added that the council will also sensitize citizens on the constitutional reform process and the upcoming national census, focusing on what…
Sierra Leone to Host 2026 International Conference of Information Commissioners
By Mariama Bundu The Right to Access Information Commission (RAIC) has announced that Sierra Leone will host the 2026 International Conference of Information Commissioners from 28th to 30th September 2026 in Freetown. Dr. Ibrahim Seaga Shaw, Chairman of RAIC, urged public institutions to be proactive in sharing information and to use their platforms to keep…
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By Usman Fambuleh The Patriotic Advocacy Network Sierra Leone (PAN) has on Friday, 6th February 2026, officially launched its new office space at No. 4 Andrew Street, Freetown, marking a major milestone in the organisation’s journey of civic engagement and national advocacy. The event brought together board members, partners, supporters, and members of the public,…