The cost of rice in Sierra Leone has skyrocketed, leaving many households struggling to afford the staple food. The situation, which has been worsening over time, has now reached a critical point where...
On Thursday, August 22, 2024, Gassim, a resident of Mile 91, reportedly attacked Ibrahim Conteh, an employee of Miro Forestry, by pouring a liquid substance identified as acid onto his face. The attack...
Building collapses have emerged as a critical concern in Freetown, Sierra Leone, particularly during the rainy season when the risk is heightened. Recent incidents, including the collapse of a three-storey...
On 12 August 2024, the head coach of the Sierra Leone national football team, Amidu Karim, announced the invitation of 26 home-based players to begin training on Wednesday, 14 August 2024. This initiative...
Freetown, the vibrant heart of Sierra Leone, is currently grappling with a serious threat hidden in plain sight. As the rains pour heavily upon our city, a grim danger looms – the collapse of buildings...
As rice prices soar in Sierra Leone, there is growing pressure on the Government to address the burden of importation costs by reducing or removing taxes on imported rice. This call comes amid rising global...
In a historic speech delivered at the UN Security Council, His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio, serving as President of the United Nations Security Council for August 2024, addressed the Council’s...
By all accounts, Sia Fatu Kamara was a vibrant symbol of hope and progress in #Freetown. Her tragic death is a call to action for all of us. In the wake of the tragic demise of Sia Fatu Kamara, a promising...
In recent months, West Africa has witnessed two contrasting approaches to governance—one in Liberia and the other in Sierra Leone. The actions of Liberia's President Joseph Boakai and Sierra Leone's...
Two of Sierra Leone’s leading fintech innovators have made their mark by advancing to the semi-finals in the prestigious EcoBank International Fintech Challenge 2024. They are among 40 fintech companies...
