Chief Minister Promises Support for Six-Year UN Development Initiative in Sierra Leone

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By: Edward Dictionary Caulker On July 26, 2024, Chief Minister David M. Sengeh made a significant commitment to the six-year United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) for Sierra Leone. This initiative aims to address critical challenges such as poverty alleviation, educational advancement, improved healthcare, gender equality, and environmental protection. The UNSDCF is designed to…

UN Launches 2025-2030 Sustainable Development Framework in Sierra Leone

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By: Edward Dictionary Caulker The United Nations, in collaboration with the Government of Sierra Leone, has officially launched the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2025-2030. The event took place at the Freetown International Conference Centre in Bintumani. The UNSDCF is designed to set strategic priorities for the UN-Sierra Leone partnership with a focus…

Tight Up Advances to Rap Rampage Grand Final

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By:John Lamin Alpha (BigDadi English) In a thrilling turn of events, Mohamed A. Fofanah, better known by his stage name Tight Up, has become the first rapper to secure a spot in the grand final of Rap Rampage this December. After competing last year without qualifying, Tight Up returned with renewed determination and a stellar…

Tuareg Rebels Clash with Mali Government and Mercenaries

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n Northern Mali, Tuareg rebels reported on Saturday that they had killed and injured several government soldiers and Russian Wagner Group mercenaries during a two-day clash near the Algerian border. The Malian military confirmed the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to ten others. The CSP-PSD rebel movement claimed to have seized armored vehicles, trucks,…

June 2024 Inflation Falls to 31.93%

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In June 2024, Sierra Leone’s annual national consumer price inflation rate dropped to 31.93%, a decrease from 35.84% in May 2024. This reduction signifies a modest easing in price increases, offering some relief to consumers and potentially boosting their confidence and spending. The slower pace of inflation may allow the Central Bank to adjust its…

Maduro Wins Disputed Venezuela Elections

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President Nicolás Maduro has been declared the winner of Venezuela’s presidential election, according to partial results from the National Electoral Council (CNE). Elvis Amoroso, head of the CNE and an ally of Maduro, announced that with 80% of ballots counted, Maduro secured 51% of the vote, while his main rival, Edmundo González, had 44%. The…

Sierra Leone: 8th Most Peaceful in Africa 2024

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The 2024 Global Peace Index (GPI) report reveals that Sierra Leone has been ranked 8th among the most peaceful African countries. This achievement highlights the nation’s strides in maintaining peace and stability amidst regional challenges. Mauritius leads Africa as the most peaceful country for 2024, with an overall score of 1.577. It is followed by…

2024 Olympics: 17-Year-Old Mariama Koroma Loses to 36-Year-Old Taiwanese Veteran in 1:06

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Sierra Leone’s historic debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics experienced a setback as 17-year-old judo competitor Mariama Koroma faced a tough defeat. In the Women’s Elimination Round of 16 for the 57 kg category, Koroma competed against 36-year-old Taiwanese veteran Lien Chen-ling. The match, which lasted only 1 minute and 6 seconds, highlighted the significant…

SLRSA to Refund £3,500 for Aborted Trip

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The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairman, Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, has ordered key officials of the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) to refund £3,500. This sum was allegedly misallocated for the educational expenses of two staff members who were supposed to study in London. The directive was issued on July 25, 2024, during a public…

Guma Valley Water Company Overhauls Western Area Infrastructure

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The Guma Valley Water Company, led by its new Board Chairman, Ing. David Karim Fonnie, has launched a critical initiative to enhance water infrastructure and service delivery in the Western Area. This initiative represents a significant step in Guma’s mission to provide clean and sustainable water sources. A recent two-week tour of the company’s facilities,…