Category: Current News
Finance Ministry Warns of Economic Risks from Middle East Conflict
By Mohamed Lamin Banya The Chief Economist at the Ministry of Finance, Alimamy Bangura, says Sierra Leone’s economy had shown strong improvement before the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. Speaking on the country’s economic outlook, Alimamy said key indicators had improved significantly in recent years. Government revenue increased from 7.2 percent in 2022 to 11.3…
ECOWAS Supports NRA to Strengthen GST Collection
By Mariama Bundu Officials from the Economic Community of West African States have held a technical discussion with the National Revenue Authority to strengthen the administration and collection of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Sierra Leone. The engagement followed a recent ECOWAS capacity-building training aimed at improving domestic revenue mobilization and cross-border e-commerce…
Investing in Girls: Sierra Leone’s Path to Inclusive Development
By Marian Magdalene Bangura The Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has highlighted Sierra Leone’s remarkable progress in empowering girls and women. “In 2018, a girl born in Sierra Leone faced staggering odds,” he said at the CSW70. “She had nearly a 1 in 2 chance of becoming pregnant before age 19, almost…
U.S. Constitution Talk for FBC Law Students
By Mariama Bundu Law students from the Faculty of Law, Fourah Bay College participated in a constitutional dialogue at the Embassy of the United States in Sierra Leone on March 12 in Freetown. The event formed part of the Freedom 250 series marking the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of American independence and was themed…
Foison Resources COO Recognized for Championing Life-Changing Project 200 Initiative
By Maimunatu Bah, Public Relations Officer, Foison Resources SL Limited Foison Resources SL Limited has earned prestigious recognition from Milestone Technology College for its instrumental role in supporting Project 200, a groundbreaking initiative set to transform the lives of young people through education and skills development. The honour was bestowed upon Mr. Joseph Nanah, Chief…
Minister Mahoi & EU Strengthen Partnerships for Women’s Empowerment
The Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Dr. Isata Mahoi, has held a productive bilateral meeting with Her Excellency Hadja Lahbib, Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness, and Crisis Management of the European Commission, on the margins of the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women in New York. The meeting focused on strengthening…
VP Juldeh: Africa Must Protect Workers in Digital Economy
By James Conteh Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has urged African leaders and labour stakeholders to work together to promote fair and inclusive employment across the continent. Speaking at the 52nd Governing Council Meeting and High-Level Symposium of the African Regional Labour Administration Centre (ARLAC) at the Mamba Point Lagoonda Hotel on 12 March…
Report: Malnutrition Rates Decline Nationwide
By Ishmail Saidu Kanu Severe malnutrition in Sierra Leone has decreased from 28% in 2023 to 13% in 2025, according to the latest progress report on Feed Salone, submitted to President Julius Maada Bio at State House. This programme constitutes the Government’s principal mechanism for addressing the nation’s persistent food security challenges. Established in October…
ONS, Nigeria Discuss Regional Peace & Security
By Mariama Bundu A high-powered delegation from the Nigerian National Defence College visited the Office of National Security last week as part of a week-long study tour in Sierra Leone. Led by Air Commodore Edmund Olushola Oluokun, the delegation included six faculty members, 21 students from Course 34, three international participants from Chad, Ghana, and…
UNICEF Certifies Digital Champions
By Lemuella Tarawalllie Twenty young people have been certified as Digital Champions by UNICEF Sierra Leone after completing the first Digital Champion Bootcamp, designed to equip youth with leadership, digital, and life skills to drive positive change within their communities. The graduation of the first cohort marks a significant milestone in Sierra Leone’s efforts to…