The Brazil G20 Social Summit, a landmark parallel event to the G20 leaders’ summit, began in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, emphasizing civil society’s pivotal role in global discussions. Organized by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the summit highlights the Global South, with African nations playing a key part through the African Union’s…
The United Nations and other international organizations are preparing for a potential second term of Donald Trump, who previously criticized the U.N. and reduced its funding. Trump’s stance on the global body is taking shape with his nomination of Elise Stefanik as U.S. ambassador to the U.N., who has advocated for reassessing U.S. funding to…
The Government of Sierra Leone has released its Fiscal Strategy Statement (FSS) for 2025-2027, forecasting steady export growth and a moderate rise in imports. Aligned with the Public Financial Management Act of 2016, the FSS provides a trade outlook that builds on recent export successes, especially in iron ore, and reflects evolving global demand. The…
The Coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Bo has launched a project to improve conditions at the Bo West Division Police Holding Facility. Led by Bo District CSO Chairman Joseph Dominic Blakie, and backed by human rights advocate Emmanuel Thomas, the initiative involves the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) and Ministry of Health. Efforts include…
Ecobank Sierra Leone and the National Minerals Agency (NMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing the country’s mining sector through collaboration, financial solutions, and streamlined processes. The agreement was signed by Ecobank’s Managing Director, Sebastian Ashong-Katai, and NMA’s Director of Mines, Peter K. Bangura, at NMA’s headquarters. Ashong-Katai expressed Ecobank’s commitment…
Ascentonians and Rising Queens have earned their spots in the 2024/2025 Sierra Leone Women’s Premier League with strong playoff performances. Ascentonians topped the standings with 10 points from four matches, securing three wins and a draw. Their consistent play has positioned them as serious contenders for the upcoming season. Rising Queens claimed second place, winning…
Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG) has donated 1,200 bags of cement to support the construction of the Mabojama Community Primary School in Pujehun District. The school will include six classrooms, office space, a store, and wash facilities, ensuring a safe and accessible learning environment, especially during the rainy season. Bashir Koroma, CSR Coordinator for LRMG,…
Haiti’s new interim Prime Minister, Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, was sworn in on Monday amid escalating violence in Port-au-Prince. Shortly after his inauguration, gunfire erupted at Toussaint Louverture International Airport as gangs targeted a Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale. A flight attendant was injured, but the plane was diverted to the Dominican Republic for safety….
At COP29 in Baku, key world leaders from China, the U.S., India, Germany, and France are notably absent, raising concerns among activists about a lack of commitment from major emitters in tackling the climate crisis. Despite this, many argue that the urgency of addressing climate change remains undiminished. Climate advocate Shiva Gounden emphasized the importance…
Arab and Islamic leaders have called for suspending Israel’s United Nations membership to increase international pressure over the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. This proposal, highlighted at a Riyadh summit, marks a significant shift in strategy. Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit emphasized the importance of this action, calling it a vital step to…
