The Divine Mercy Catholic Church in Mambo, located on the Western Rural Peninsula of Freetown, hosted a special celebration on Saturday, December 7, 2024, to mark the 160th anniversary of the Spiritan Mission’s presence in Sierra Leone. The event commemorated the enduring legacy of the Congregation of the Holy Spirit and brought together key dignitaries,…
The IDA21 replenishment has achieved a historic $100 billion funding milestone, with over 70% allocated to Africa. This significant step emphasizes addressing economic and climate challenges while reaffirming global support for low-income nations. The final meeting in Korea brought global leaders together, hosted by Korea’s Deputy Prime Minister Sang-mok Choi, who highlighted Korea’s journey from…
A recent study by SEND Sierra Leone reveals that 84% of healthcare facilities across the country face severe shortages of essential medicines, including antibiotics, pain relief drugs, and emergency treatments. The assessment, conducted in September 2024, covered 44 facilities in Kailahun, Kenema, Falaba, Kono, Port Loko, and Pujehun, highlighting critical gaps in the healthcare supply…
The Electricity Generation and Transmission Company (EGTC) is grappling with a critical liquidity crisis due to persistent non-payment by the Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA). A recent Ministry of Finance report highlights the dire state of the country’s power sector, with EGTC’s financial stability hanging by a thread. In 2023, EGTC’s cash receipts totaled…
At least five people were killed and three injured in protests across Mozambique, including in Maputo, Nampula, and Zambezia, police reported. Clashes erupted as protesters armed with stones, knives, and machetes confronted police, said Orlando Mudumane, police spokesman. The unrest follows defeated presidential candidate Venancio Mondlane’s claims of election fraud in the October 9 polls….
Musa Noah Kamara, famously known as Musa Tombo, has rejoined East End Lions FC on a season-long loan from Bo Rangers FC. The move marks a homecoming for the star forward, who previously enjoyed a successful spell with the Lions. Tombo’s return is a major boost for East End Lions as they gear up for…
UNICEF and the Government of Iceland have launched the second phase of a $6.4 million Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) initiative to enhance climate-resilient WASH services in Sierra Leone’s coastal and rural fishing communities. Key Objectives: The partnership, established in 2019, has already impacted over 50,000 people through initiatives like solar-powered water systems and improved…
The Sierra Leone Female U-20 team, the Shooting Starlets, will take on Guinea today, Friday, December 6, 2024, at the Wusum Field in Makeni, in their third match of the Mano River Union Female Tournament. This marks the second clash between the teams in the competition, with their first encounter ending in a goalless draw….
The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE), in collaboration with the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) and supported by Global Partnership for Education (GPE), the World Bank, Irish Aid, the EU, and others, has concluded a five-day Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop for Primary One teachers. The event, part of the Literacy for All…
The Sierra Leone Commission on Arms and Ammunition (SLeCAA), in collaboration with Small Arms Survey, Germany’s Federal Foreign Office, and its Liberian counterpart, has unveiled a five-year National Action Plan (NAP) for managing arms and ammunition. The launch, held on December 5, 2024, in Aberdeen, Freetown, was attended by key government officials, including the Minister…
