The Save Africa from Malaria Infection (SAFMI) Foundation, led by Executive Director Artem Volchenko, launched a major initiative to combat malaria in Freetown by distributing over 100 artificial fish ponds to hospitals and communities. The event, held on August 20, 2024, was warmly received by community stakeholders and local health centers. SAFMI’s team, coordinated by…
The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) has strongly condemned the government’s decision to allocate just 1% of the 2025 national budget to development programs, questioning its commitment to addressing pressing socio-economic challenges. Speaking at a press conference on November 26, 2024, BAN acknowledged progress in inflation control, trade deficit reduction, and exchange rate stability but raised…
Argentina clinched its second consecutive Copa America title by defeating Colombia 1-0 on Sunday night. The winning goal was scored by Lautaro Martínez in the 112th minute, despite Lionel Messi’s injury in the second half. Messi suffered a non-contact injury in the 64th minute but remained on the field. Martínez’s goal, followed by a hug…
On October 1, 2024, Statistics Sierra Leone, with support from the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) and the government, held the first Advisory Committee meeting in preparation for the 2025 Population and Housing Census. This follows President Bio’s announcement on September 9, 2024, declaring the census to take place from December 2-15, 2025. The census budget…
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met in Cairo on Tuesday, agreeing to enhance trade and investment cooperation while advocating for ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon. The Egyptian presidency announced that the leaders signed an agreement aimed at stimulating and protecting mutual investments between their nations. This meeting coincides…
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has signed bilateral agreements in Cape Town with South African Minister Ronald Lamola, aiming to strengthen trade and defense ties between the two nations. Lammy emphasized the UK’s support for African representation on the UN Security Council, expressing interest in the stance of other Security Council members, including Russia and…
King Charles danced with Freddie Tuilagi, the Honorary Consul for Samoa to the UK, at a St. James’s Palace reception celebrating the Commonwealth Diaspora. Tuilagi mentioned, “He loves it. He said he wants to learn the dance.” The event, hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla before their upcoming trip to Australia and Samoa, also…
In a national address, President Julius Maada Bio announced that Sierra Leone will hold a Population and Housing Census in 2025. This follows the enactment of Statutory Instrument No. 8 of 2024, effective from August 29, 2024. The census is scheduled for the 2nd to the 15th December, 2025. President Bio highlighted the significance of…
By: Edward Dictionary Caulker Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health has issued a renewed warning about the country’s fast-growing diabetes crisis as it joined global commemorations for World Diabetes Day 2025. The event, held at the Youyi Building in Freetown under the theme “Diabetes and Well-Being” with a national focus on “Diabetes in the Workplace,” brought…
Sulaiman Sengu Koroma, the Northern Region Public Relations Officer of the Electricity Distribution Supply Authority (EDSA), announced the regional launch of the Token Identification (T.ID) rollover in Makeni on Monday, July 15, and Tuesday, July 16. The launch will include street sensitization at major public places like the Makeni Lorry Park and the N.P. Lorry…
