The Government of Sierra Leone has commenced nationwide enforcement of mandatory registration requirements for all foreign nationals residing and working within the country, as part of efforts to strengthen...
The Government of Sierra Leone has commenced full enforcement of biometric residence and work permits as the only legally recognized documents for non-nationals in the country, effective April 1, 2026. The...
The National Civil Registration Authority (NCRA) has announced an increase in the cost of biometric identification cards, citing fluctuating currency exchange rates and rising global production costs. The...
Sierra Leone has been re-elected to the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) for the 2026–2027 term, cementing its position as a leading voice on continental security and diplomacy. President...
The Ministry of Transport and Aviation has officially announced a nationwide increase in public transportation fares, effective Thursday, January 29, 2026. The adjustment follows a rise in the national...
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources has declared a closed fishing season for all artisanal fishers from February 1 to 28, 2026, marking a significant expansion of the country’s sustainability...
The Government of Sierra Leone has announced that Cabinet conclusions will now be read publicly at the Weekly Government Press Conference, a move aimed at increasing transparency and public access to information...
The Presidential Hajj task force has announced that all intending pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage will be required to undergo mandatory medical screening and general orientation as part of preparations...
The United States has formally requested that Sierra Leone accept "third-party nationals" as a condition for lifting the full visa restrictions currently affecting the country, Minister of Foreign Affairs...
The Audit Service of Sierra Leone (ASSL) has raised serious concerns over missing vehicles, motorbikes and unverified fixed assets worth more than NLe1 million at the Ministry of Health, according to its...
