The Financial Secretary at the Ministry of Finance, Mr. Matthew Dingie, has been honoured for his outstanding contribution to public financial management and governance in Sierra Leone. The recognition was made by the Public Sector Reform Unit (PSRU) in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Administration and Political Affairs during the World Public Service Day…
Sierra Leonean-born Afropop artist, creative director, and entrepreneur Christopher Cole, professionally known as SLEEPNORDAE, is continuing to build an international career across music, media, and creative industries. Born in Freetown and raised in Calaba Town, SLEEPNORDAE developed an early passion for music and leadership, holding several youth leadership positions and founding DTP Records in 2006,…
By Mariama Bundu The Human Rights Commission of Sierra Leone (HRCSL) has held discussions with a delegation from the Geneva Office for Human Rights Education (GOHRE) and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to explore collaboration on human rights education in Sierra Leone. The engagement focused on strengthening partnerships to promote human rights…
The Parliamentary Committee on Sports has summoned the Ministry of Sports and the National Sports Authority (NSA) to provide an update on the ongoing rehabilitation of the National Stadium. The meeting was held on Tuesday at the Administrative Building in Tower Hill, Freetown, to assess progress on the project being undertaken by Chinese contractors. Chairperson…
Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay Esq., has called for stronger coordination among institutions involved in addressing sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in Sierra Leone. Speaking at the National Technical Joint Monitoring Session in Freetown, Sesay said justice for survivors can only be achieved through an effective and coordinated response system involving all…
Members of Parliament on Wednesday paid tribute to the late Hon. Lucinda Finda Kellie during an official lying-in-state ceremony held at Parliament in Freetown. The ceremony included the laying of wreaths and the signing of a Book of Condolence in honour of the former Member of Parliament for Kono District. Speaking during the ceremony, the…
Chief Justice Komba Kamanda has reaffirmed the Judiciary’s commitment to supporting efforts to strengthen asset recovery and combat financial crimes in Sierra Leone. The Chief Justice made the statement during a meeting with a delegation from the Asset Recovery Inter-Agency Network for West Africa (ARINWA) at his chambers in Freetown. The delegation included ARINWA President…
Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and with support from ICF, has commenced a three-week training programme for the 2026 Demographic and Health Survey (DHS). The training, being held at the Theresa Sesay Hall on Kennedy Street in Freetown, is aimed at preparing field personnel for the pre-testing phase…
By Mohamed Lamin Banya Calm is gradually returning to Kailahun Township following violent unrest that erupted on Sunday and left one man dead while causing damage to police property. According to the Sierra Leone Police, the incident began after officers responded to a report of a break-in at a residence in Kailahun Town. Upon arrival,…
By Mariama Bundu The World Bank Group has approved a $40 million grant to support agricultural development and job creation in Sierra Leone. The funding, provided through the International Development Association (IDA), will finance the Sustainable Agricultural Value-chains Intensification for Growth (SAVIG) project. The initiative aims to improve agricultural productivity, attract private investment, and create…
