Category: Current News
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…
Kenema Hospital Gets New CT Scan
The Minister of Health, Austin Demby, has unveiled new medical equipment, including a CT scan machine and a 4D ultrasound, at Kenema Government Hospital to improve healthcare services. The new CT scan machine, with 64-slice imaging capability, is expected to boost diagnostic and treatment services for patients in Kenema and nearby districts. The Minister said…
Health Ministry Inspects 100-Bed Hospital Construction in Moyamba
The leadership of the Ministry of Health, led by Minister Dr. Austin Demby, on Friday, 10 April 2026, inspected the ongoing construction of a 100-bed hospital in Moyamba District to assess progress and ensure it meets modern healthcare standards. The inspection team, which included senior health officials, engineers from Uplink Construction, and Paramount Chief Foday…
The Chief’s Diary: The upcoming ECOWAS SUMMIT hosted by President Bio is the Biggest Multilateral Activity in Sierra Leone Since 1980
Week in, week out, various institutions are working hard to support President Bio, the Chairman of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government and we are seeing the results! We have hosted several ECOWAS meetings flawlessly and introduced thousands of people to Sierra Leone’s hospitality. In the upcoming week, we are hosting all Chief…
Cancer Centre Project Gets OPEC Fund Backing
The President of the OPEC Fund for International Development, Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa, has pledged support for the construction of a Cancer Centre in Sierra Leone and reaffirmed the Fund’s commitment to the country’s agriculture, energy, and economic sectors. He made the pledge during a meeting with President Julius Maada Bio at the OPEC Fund Headquarters…
Parliament Honours Top Female Directors
The Parliament of Sierra Leone on Friday, 10 April 2026, honoured its top female Directors and Deputy Directors in recognition of their years of dedicated service and leadership within the parliamentary service. The Clerk of Parliament, Karmoh K. Conteh, said the event was organised to celebrate senior female staff, describing them as key pillars of…
HRCSL Reports Unsafe Living Conditions…Children Shelter in Streets, Markets
By Mariama Bundu The Human Rights Commission of Sierra Leone (HRCSL) has raised serious concerns over the protection of children living in street situations following a nationwide monitoring exercise conducted in March 2026. The Commission reported that children, particularly girls, are exposed to exploitation, including sexual abuse and forced domestic labour, describing the situation as…
SALHOC, Keystone Seal Housing Deal
Keystone One Properties Investment has officially launched its operations in Sierra Leone, alongside unveiling a strategic partnership with the Sierra Leone Housing Corporation (SALHOC) and a new luxury apartment project. The launch event brought together key stakeholders from SALHOC, including Board Chairman Madam Kaday Zoronkong, General Manager Joseph Munda Sandi, Deputy General Manager Emmanuell Tommy,…
Chancellor Suspension Controversy Rocks University Assembly
By Alimatu Kargbo A high-stakes General Assembly meeting held on April 13, 2026, brought together students and leaders of the university community to address pressing academic, welfare, and governance issues, with strong attention centered on reports circulating about the alleged suspension of the Vice-Chancellor. The meeting, convened under the Office of the Director of Academic…
Sierra Leone Delegation Arrives for IMF Meetings
By Katie Gberie, USA The leader of Sierra Leone’s delegation to the 2026 World Bank Group/IMF Spring Meetings, Hon. Sheku Fantamadi Bangura, Minister of Finance, has arrived in Washington, DC. The World Bank Group/IMF Meetings bring together central bankers, Ministers of Finance, and private sector leaders to discuss the global economic outlook, poverty reduction, and…