Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, has launched its first Postgraduate LLM program in Human Rights, Constitutional Law, and Criminal Justice. The launching ceremony took place yesterday, 10th July 2024 at the Multi-Purpose Hall, FBC, under the auspices of the Vice Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor of FBC. The LLM program was officially launched…
Written By: Theresa Thomas Lara Taylor-Pearce is an auditor and civil servant, best known for her work as the Auditor General of Sierra Leone from 2011 to 2021. During her tenure, she gained international attention for exposing corruption related to the 2014–2016 Ebola pandemic response. Taylor-Pearce conducted a real-time audit of Ebola relief funds, revealing…
By: Reginald Brian O. Sawyerr The Freetown Aqua Sports Club was abuzz with excitement yesterday as Sierra Leone’s top swimmers battled it out in time trials for the upcoming OWS Championships. Leading the charge was Musa Baimba Sannoh, who emerged victorious in the grueling 7.5km Open Water Swim (OWS) with a time of 2 hours,…
By Iris Aminata Bangura At the Princess Christian Maternity Hospital, Dr. O. M. Vincent, a specialist paediatrician, provides critical insights into the complexities of treating HIV in children. He explains that while HIV can be transmitted from mother to child during birth, there are significant differences in how adults and children are treated for the…
John Lamin Alpha (BigDadi English) Umar Babah Conteh, popularly known as Adfega, is currently in Ghana for his new music project. Sierra Leone, a West African country known for its rich cultural heritage and musical talent, has produced a new star in the making. Adfega is currently making waves in Ghana, where he’s been invited…
Written By: John Lamin Alpha (BigDadi English) Bob Marley and 2Pac were successful musicians who never won a Grammy. Let Sierra Leonean musicians breathe! Sierra Leone, wake up. Struggling Sierra Leonean artist Emmerson Bockarie, popularly known as Emmerson, is unhappy with the local celebration of international artists for filling venues like the O2 Arena and…
By: Fatima Muhammad On July 5, 2024, the Sierra Leone Parliament passed a landmark legislation, the Criminal Procedure Act 2024, signaling the end of the jury system in the country’s criminal trials. This marks a pivotal shift in the nation’s judicial landscape. Previously, juries, comprised of members of the public, held the authority to determine…
Written By: Edward Dictionary Caulker Director of Crime Services at the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), Joseph Abraham Lahai recently announced a strategic shift towards intelligence-led operations in combating narcotics, particularly kush. This new approach was unveiled during a routine police press briefing at the Sierra Leone Police Headquarters on George Street, Freetown, on Monday, July…
Written By: Edward Dictionary Caulker The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs, in collaboration with various partners including the Ministry of Information and Civic Education and the UN in Sierra Leone, hosted a nationwide town hall meeting on Monday, July 8, 2024, at the Freetown City Council Auditorium. The event focused on addressing the pressing…
Written By: Edward Dictionary Caulker On Thursday, July 4, 2024, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio delivered a comprehensive overview of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) Government’s achievements in its first 360 days in office at State House. Titled “Consolidating the Gains: A 360-Day Accelerated Delivery,” the presentation highlighted advancements across the Legislative, Judiciary, and…
