By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr The race for the Leone Stars head coach position has taken a dramatic turn after the former Sierra Leone senior national team coach officially confirmed that he has reapplied for the vacant role just weeks after being dismissed by the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA). In a statement released on…
By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr The Executive of Old Edwardians Football Club has officially opened a book of condolence in honour of their late player, Abrahamson Kamara, popularly known as “Kaccu,” while also announcing the retirement of his famous No.15 jersey. The solemn ceremony took place yesterday at the school compound and attracted teammates, coaches,…
By: Alpha Umar Bah The Ministry of Trade and Industry on Tuesday, 12th May 2026, successfully concluded a strategic communication capacity development training at the ministry’s conference room at the Youyi Building in Brookfields, Freetown. Speaking during an interview after the final session, lead facilitator and communication consultant James Kabia highlighted the importance of effective…
By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr Mighty Blackpool and SLIFA FC played out a gripping 0-0 draw in their latest Leone Rock Premier League fixture, a match defined by missed opportunities and defensive resilience. Despite the lack of goals, the encounter provided high drama and tactical intensity throughout the 90 minutes. The game’s turning point arrived…
The Sierra Leone delegation to the ECOWAS Parliament has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to democracy, regional integration, climate action and sustainable development during the First Ordinary Session of the regional parliament in Abuja. Presenting Sierra Leone’s country report on behalf of the delegation, Saa Emerson Lamina informed the plenary that the country had made notable…
By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr President Julius Maada Bio has on the 5th May 2026 held a productive meeting at State House with the Acting National Chairman of the All People’s Congress (APC), Ambassador Alhaji Osman Foday Yansaneh, alongside other senior representatives of the party’s various organs. The engagement forms part of ongoing efforts to…
By: Marion P. George Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) and Non-State Actors on Public Financial Management have issued a formal demand for immediate accountability following a widespread failure by 44 public entities to submit their 2025 financial statements. The call was on Monday, 4th May 2026, in a press conference held at its head office in…
By: James Kamara-Manneh In an era of shifting geopolitical alignments and intensifying global competition, one principle continues to command overwhelming recognition across the African continent: the One-China policy. From the bustling capitals of West Africa to the island states of the Indian Ocean, all 53 African countries have consistently reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to recognising…
By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr The Sierra Leone football community has been thrown into deep mourning following the passing of former coach Victoria Conteh last night, a woman widely regarded as a pillar in the development of women’s football in the country. Tributes have poured in from all corners of the football family, including a…
By Patrick Sallia Justice Alfred Ganda of the Freetown High Court has ordered the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Sierra Leone Police to return the mobile phone of the late Sia Fatu Kamara by May 6, 2026. The device is expected to play a critical role in the defence of Abdul Kpaka, who stands…
