Category: Current News
SLP Recruits Selected for Advanced Training
The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Human Resource, AIG James Musa, has urged police recruits to uphold discipline, professionalism, and patriotism as key values in their development as officers of the Sierra Leone Police (SLP). He made the remarks on Friday, 24 April 2026, during an engagement with recruits at the Sierra…
First Lady Commends Chief Justice Kamanda
Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, has praised Chief Justice Komba Kamanda for his leadership in hosting a major regional judicial meeting in Freetown. Speaking on behalf of President Julius Maada Bio at a sendoff dinner held at Lagoonda Hotel, the First Lady described the Chief Justice’s efforts as visionary and impactful. The event…
Six MoUs Signed at PJCC Meeting in Accra
By Princetta Williams, Information Attaché, Sierra Leone High Commission, Accra A Ministerial Session of the inaugural Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) between Ghana and Sierra Leone concluded on Thursday, 23 April 2026, with the signing of six Memoranda of Understanding and one bilateral agreement. The signing ceremony followed technical-level engagements between delegations from both…
SLPHA Reviews Berth Rehab Project
By Ishmail Saidu Kanu The Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA) has convened a Supervisory Committee meeting to formally review progress on the rehabilitation of berths 3, 4, 5, and 6 at the Queen Elizabeth II Quay, a project of major national economic and infrastructural importance. The meeting, held at the office of the…
ACC Sensitizes Students of Every Nation College in Bo on Integrity Values
By Abdulai Saccoh, Senior Public Education Officer, ACC As part of its strategic engagement with various sectors of society, the Southern Regional Office of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) engaged lecturers and students of Every Nation College in Bo to sensitize them on the dangers of academic malpractice and its adverse impact on educational outcomes. The…
Government, KAS Host Seminar on Nation Building
By Mariama Bundu The Ministry of Information and Civic Education, in partnership with Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, has hosted a seminar and symposium aimed at promoting nation building and civic responsibility among young people. The event took place on April 25 at the Miatta Conference Center as part of activities marking Sierra Leone’s 65th Independence Anniversary. It brought…
SLFA President Arrives in Canada for FIFA Congress
By Lamin Tarawallie President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), Babadi Kamara, has arrived in Canada ahead of the 75th FIFA Congress scheduled for 30th April 2026. He is accompanied by Executive Committee Member Mohamed Sorie Jalloh and General Secretary Ing. Mohamed Benson Bawoh, reflecting Sierra Leone’s active participation in global football governance discussions….
Freetown City Council Hosts Sightsavers Delegation on Inclusion Project
By Mohamed Kamara The Freetown City Council recently welcomed the global team of Sightsavers for a visit aimed at strengthening collaboration and deepening understanding of ongoing development efforts in Sierra Leone. The visit provided an opportunity for the team to learn more about the work being carried out under the Inclusive Citizens’ Political Participation Project….
Government Moves to Revive Sierratel Through Africell Partnership
By Mariama Bundu On Tuesday, 21st April 2026, the Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MOICE) held its weekly press conference at the Miatta Civic Centre, Youyi Building, with a focus on plans to restore Sierratel through a private sector partnership. The Minister of Communication, Technology and Innovation, Salima Monorma Bah, announced that the government…
SLPP Leadership Pays Courtesy Visit to Chinese Ambassador, Reaffirms Bilateral Ties
The Deputy National Chairman of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), the Deputy Minister of Local Government and Community Affairs, and National Chairman Sir Jimmy Batilo Songa on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the Chinese Ambassador, H.E. Zhao Jong, in a move aimed at strengthening diplomatic and party-to-party relations. The visit was in reciprocation…