The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC), has commenced a five-day Peace Mediation Training for staff of the Political Parties Registration Commission (PPRC). The training runs from December 9–13, 2024, at the New Brookfield’s Hotel in Freetown. Olushogo A. David, PPRC’s Executive Secretary, expressed gratitude…
British-born Hazel Alamy will proudly represent Sierra Leone Aquatics at the World Aquatics Championship in Budapest from December 10-15, 2024. Her participation reflects her dedication to swimming and her country, made possible through a generous donation by Alhaji Umaru Bah, Sierra Leone’s national football team manager, amid financial challenges. Hazel’s journey underscores her determination and…
From November 25 to December 10, the global community observes the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), a campaign to mobilize action against violence targeting women and girls. This year’s theme, “Unite to End Violence Against Women and Girls,” served as the backdrop for an impactful event in Moyamba, Sierra Leone. The Initiative…
Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Guinea have reaffirmed their commitment to regional airspace safety and development during a two-day meeting at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Aberdeen. Key stakeholders from the three nations gathered as part of the Robert Flight Information Region (Robert FIR) to review the 2024 Activity Report, discuss the draft 2025 budget, and…
The Justice Sector Coordination Office (JSCO) has conducted a training for key stakeholders in the country’s justice sector on the newly enacted Criminal Procedure Act (CPA) of 2024, which replaces the outdated 1965 law. Supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the training aimed to familiarize police, correctional officers, judges, and other justice sector…
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,…
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…
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…
