The Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) has praised the smooth conduct of its recent internal elections while condemning reports of violence in some areas. In a press statement on February 9, 2025, the ruling party expressed appreciation for the participation of its members and stakeholders, reaffirming its commitment to democracy and internal unity. The SLPP…
Former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, now Board Chair of the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), visited Sierra Leone to discuss agricultural development and food security with top government officials. His visit is part of President Julius Maada Bio’s efforts to transform the country’s agricultural sector. Desalegn met with Dr. Henry Musa…
Chairman of the Energy Governance Coordination Group and Energy Sector Lead, Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, has conducted an inspection tour of the Kingtom and Blackhall Road power stations to assess the conditions of the thermal plants slated for major government-funded repairs. During the inspection, Dr. Yumkella expressed satisfaction with the ongoing actions and reform policies aimed…
Vinícius Júnior claimed the men’s Player of the Year award at the FIFA 2024 ceremony on Tuesday, finally securing a major global accolade. The Real Madrid forward had skipped the Ballon d’Or ceremony in October after losing out to Rodri. Bonmati, who dominated women’s soccer, won the Best Women’s Player award for the second consecutive…
An overcrowded boat capsized on the Fimi River in central Congo on Tuesday, killing at least 25 people, including children, and leaving dozens missing. The boat, with over 100 passengers, sank shortly after departing from Inongo, northeast of Kinshasa. A search operation is ongoing, with officials fearing the death toll could rise. David Kalemba, Inongo’s…
On the second day of his visit to the Central African Republic (CAR), Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the UN Peacekeeping Chief, met with Prime Minister Felix Moloua to discuss the country’s ongoing challenges and the steps needed to foster further progress. The humanitarian and security situation in CAR has worsened since March, with escalating clashes between armed…
Sierra Leonean defender Abdulai Juma Bah, 18, has been named in La Liga’s Team of the Week following his standout performance in Real Valladolid’s 1-0 win over Valencia on December 13, 2024. The victory was crucial for Valladolid, helping them distance themselves from the relegation zone. Bah earned an impressive rating of 8.5 for his…
On Tuesday, Guinea’s Foreign Minister S.E. Morisanda Kouyate and Sierra Leone’s Foreign Minister Timothy Kabbah held a joint press conference in Freetown to provide clarity on a recent incident in Guinea that had sparked public concern regarding deportations. Minister Kouyate addressed the media, explaining that reports of widespread deportations were based on misunderstandings. He clarified…
At a press briefing on Tuesday at the Miatta Conference Hall in Freetown, Inspector General of Police William Fayia Sellu confirmed that no Fullah citizens have been arrested or detained in Sierra Leone. He clarified that arrests made by security forces involved foreign nationals from countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, China, and Zimbabwe, who were…
The Safe Motherhood and Reproductive Health Care Bill, aimed at enhancing maternal health and reproductive rights in Sierra Leone, has faced another delay in Parliament following protests from clergy members. On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Deputy Minister of Health Jalikatu Mustapha presented the bill for its first reading in the House of Parliament. However, strong…
