By James Conteh Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr represented Freetown at the C40 Cities World Mayors Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on November 3-4, 2025, serving as the Global South Co-Chair. The two-day summit brought together over 300 mayors and approximately 2,000 participants each day to discuss climate action and sustainable urban development. During the summit,…
Police officers from the Congo Cross Division have carried out a series of coordinated raids targeting drug dens across the Western Urban District, seizing more than 800 wraps of suspected Kush and arresting several suspects.
The 75-page study, ‘No Money, No Care: Obstetric Violence in Sierra Leone’, documents cases of verbal abuse, medical neglect, and abandonment, primarily at the Princess Christian Maternity Hospital (PCMH) in Freetown. Many women interviewed said they were shamed or mistreated for expressing pain or for lacking money. Some described being ignored for hours or days,…
The Attorney-General, Alpha Sesay, held a consultative meeting with political parties at Brookfields Hotel to review the tripartite legislative proposal and ensure inclusive participation in Sierra Leone’s lawmaking process. Speaking at the meeting, the AG emphasized the importance of political parties in shaping legislation and strengthening the country’s democratic culture. He explained that key recommendations…
By Mohamed Kamara Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and members of the media have held a consultative meeting with the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay Esq., to review the draft Tripartite Legislative Proposal aimed at strengthening participation and inclusivity in Sierra Leone’s governance process.
Mines Minister Julius Mattai By James Conteh The National Minerals Agency (NMA) has reported major growth in Sierra Leone’s mining sector, highlighting its vital role in the country’s economy under President Julius Maada Bio’s leadership. Director of Communication and Community Affairs, Ibrahim Satti Kamara, said mining now accounts for 70–80% of national export earnings, reaching…
SLAJ President Alhaji Manika Kamara By Mohamed Kamara The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) has called for stronger protection of journalists and an end to impunity for crimes committed against them, as the world marks the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. In a statement, SLAJ honoured the courage of journalists…
In a sustained effort to combat the trafficking and abuse of narcotic drugs, a joint security team comprising personnel from the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), and the National Public Health Agency (NPHA) conducted a series of coordinated operations on Friday,…
SierraTec Secure Co. has been recognized for its exceptional commitment to sustainable farming practices in Sierra Leone. The company received a prestigious Certificate of Excellence from President Julius Maada Bio during the ceremony marking World Food Day in Kambia District. This esteemed award highlights SierraTec’s tireless efforts to enhance food security, promote eco-friendly agriculture, and…
Freetown on Monday became a founding member of a new global coalition of cities taking urgent, coordinated action to tackle one of the most dangerous impacts of the climate crisis: extreme heat.
