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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has lifted the suspension of Ms. Fatmata Turay (Taribo), Head Coach of the U-17 Female National Team. The decision comes after a review by the SLFA Technical Committee, which examined the circumstances behind her earlier suspension. The gaffar has received a formal warning, but no further disciplinary action will…
Gov’t Spends Millions on Inmate Upkeep By Mariama Bundu The 2024 Auditor General’s report examining the operations of the Sierra Leone Correctional Service has raised important concerns regarding the incarceration of minor offenders, the resulting financial burden on the State, and issues of statutory compliance in financial management. The report indicates that in 2024 the…
