FIFA has banned Cameroon soccer legend Samuel Eto’o from attending any national team games for six months. The sanction follows two charges stemming from an incident during the Under-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia on September 11, where Brazil defeated Cameroon 3-1 in the round of 16. FIFA cited Eto’o’s breach of disciplinary rules related…
The Government of Sierra Leone has released its Fiscal Strategy Statement (FSS) for 2025-2027, forecasting steady export growth and a moderate rise in imports. Aligned with the Public Financial Management Act of 2016, the FSS provides a trade outlook that builds on recent export successes, especially in iron ore, and reflects evolving global demand. The…
The Islamic Republic of Iran has granted sixteen fully-funded scholarships to Sierra Leonean students for undergraduate and postgraduate studies across various fields. The Iranian Embassy in Freetown held a farewell ceremony on September 6, 2024, attended by Deputy Minister of Technical & Higher Education Mr. Sarjoh Aziz Kamara and Deputy Opposition Leader of Parliament Hon….
The National Civil Registration Authority (NCRA) has concluded a four-day workshop on November 30, 2024, at the Atlantic Lumley Hotel in Freetown, focusing on revising the Draft National Civil Registration (NCR) Bill 2022 and updating the National Civil Registration Authority Act of 2016. The workshop, which began on November 27, was part of an effort…
Sierra Leone’s Chief Immigration Officer (CIO), Hon. Alusine Kanneh, attended the graduation ceremony of 182 officers from the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS). This marks the seventh batch to graduate under the theme: “LIS; Spirited, Rejuvenated to Serve.” During the ceremony, Hon. Kanneh emphasized the significance of the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card (ENBIC), the ECOWAS…
A man identified as Mohamed Habib Bawoh was arrested around 5:00 am on Thursday, June 20, 2024, in possession of a locally made pistol, two single-barrel cartridges, and a knife. Bawoh, a resident of 24 Dama Road, was apprehended at the Dama Road checkpoint in Kenema during a routine search. The checkpoint officers discovered the…
On Wednesday, June 19th, 2024, Dr. T. Abubakar Bangura, Director of Sierra Leone Law School, testified before Magistrate Santigie Bangura in a case involving an alleged murder plot against him. As the complainant in this high-profile trial, Dr. Bangura made significant statements during cross-examination by Defense Counsel Charles Pujeh, who represents the accused. Dr. Bangura…
The Regional Rice Value Chain Project, under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Seed Multiplication Program (SMP) to boost seed production in Sierra Leone. This partnership, part of the project’s initiative to foster an enabling policy environment, will enhance SMP’s capacity through key areas like…
Sierra Leone’s U20 football team, the Shooting Stars, made history on September 25, 2024, by defeating The Gambia 3-0 in the WAFU A’ U20 semi-finals, securing their spot in the 2025 TotalEnergies U20 AFCON qualifiers and advancing to the tournament final. Captain Mohamed I. Kamara led the way with a crucial goal, supported by strikes…
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) Sierra Leone marked Customer Service Week from October 14 to 18 with various activities to honor and appreciate its valued customers. The week-long celebration showcased the bank’s commitment to exceptional service and fostering strong community relationships. The festivities began with a Career Day, where staff wore outfits representing diverse professions, symbolizing…
