By: James Kamara-Manneh President Julius Maada Bio has called on Parliament to pass the Constitution of Sierra Leone Amendment Bill, arguing that the proposed reforms are necessary to strengthen democratic governance, increase political inclusion and address longstanding concerns over the country’s electoral system. In a national address, President Bio described the proposed legislation as the…
By James Kamara-Manneh The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN), in partnership with Christian Aid and the 50/50 Group Sierra Leone, has called for stronger accountability and gender-responsive management of revenue generated from Sierra Leone’s five-percent rice import duty. The call was made on Thursday, August 6, 2026, during a National Advocacy Summit held at the New…
By James Kamara-Manneh Over the past decade, China has emerged as one of the world’s most influential economic and geopolitical powers under the leadership of President Xi Jinping. Since assuming office in 2013, Xi has pursued an ambitious vision of national rejuvenation, economic modernization, technological innovation, and expanded global engagement. His leadership has significantly shaped…
By: James Kamara-Manneh The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) has engaged government representatives, media practitioners, persons with disabilities, women and other vulnerable groups as part of efforts to influence Sierra Leone’s 2027 national budget. The engagement, held in Freetown under BAN’s “Making Tax Work for Women” project, focused on identifying the needs and priorities of marginalized,…
By: Sorie Sesay The Ministry of Health, through its Directorate of Food and Nutrition, has called for stronger support for breastfeeding, describing it as one of the most effective and affordable ways to improve child survival, nutrition and national development. The call was made during a press conference held in Freetown on July 31 to…
By Aminata Kamara Alfred Kamanda has announced his decision to withdraw from the Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA) election race, citing disappointment over the outcome of the Association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). In a statement, Kamanda described the manner in which the AGM unfolded as a “huge disappointment,” saying the events had influenced his decision…
By Osman Marah President of the Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA), Tuma Adama Kamara, has on 29th July, 2026 defended her leadership record, outlined plans to strengthen the legal profession, and distanced herself from the chaos that marred the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kenema. Speaking during the “One-on-One with Tuma Townhall” held at…
By: Osman Marah President Julius Maada Bio has on the 19th July,2026 called on West African leaders to strengthen regional cooperation, deepen economic integration, and improve institutional accountability as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) looks ahead to its next 50 years. Delivering his address at the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS…
By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr Sierra Leone has reaffirmed its commitment to regional integration, peace, and democratic governance as it hosts the 96th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers at the Bintumani International Conference Center in Freetown. Opening the meeting, the Chair of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers and Sierra Leone’s Minister of…
By: James Kamara-Manneh President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, has used his final address to the ECOWAS Council of Ministers to reflect on the bloc’s achievements over the past four years while urging member states to remain committed to regional integration amid growing political, security and economic challenges. Speaking Thursday at the…
