QNET, a global wellness and lifestyle-focused direct selling company, joins the United Nations and the world in celebrating International Women’s Day by reaffirming its commitment to empowering women in Ghana and across sub-Saharan Africa. For years, QNET has supported women through initiatives like FinGreen, its financial literacy program designed to help women and young people…
QNET’s highly anticipated V-Africa 2025, a regional edition of the company’s flagship convention has taken place in Ghana from February 20 to 23, 2025. The Accra International Conference Centre hosted 4000 participants from across the Sub-Saharan Africa region as they experienced four days of empowerment, networking, and innovation. The convention showcased QNET’s exclusive product offerings,…
By: Edward Dictionary Caulker Sierra Leone has taken a significant step towards energy security with the unveiling of the Nant Power Generation Project, a landmark renewable energy initiative set to generate 108 megawatts of power. The project, officially launched during a community engagement event, represents a crucial shift towards sustainable and independent energy solutions. The…
By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr In a strategic move aimed at turning around their faltering campaign, Bai Bureh Warriors FC has appointed Francis Zappa Koroma as their new head coach. The announcement comes as the Port Loko-based club struggles in the ongoing Leone Rock Premier League, with only one win, four draws, and five defeats…
By: Osman Marrah The Sierra Leone Police (SLP), in collaboration with the World Food Program (WFP), has commenced a three-week tactical driving training for United Nations (UN) drivers at the Sierra Leone Peacekeeping and Law Enforcement Academy (SILEA) in Hastings, Freetown. The program aims to enhance drivers’ skills in defensive and tactical driving, aligning with…
By Osman Marrah Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, has engaged with executives from Elcome International LLC to discuss expanding internet access and advocating for social media monetization in the country. The meeting is part of the government’s broader agenda to enhance digital transformation and connectivity for its citizens. Dr. Sengeh emphasized the…
By: Sorie Sesay The National Commission for People with Disabilities, in collaboration with Mobility Sierra Leone, has distributed 200 mobility carts to people with disabilities across the country. Many of the beneficiaries have faced challenges in moving from one place to another, making daily activities difficult. Speaking at the distribution event, the Chairman of the…
Six military personnel have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms after being found guilty of engaging in subversive activities aimed at toppling President Julius Maada Bio. The convictions, handed down by a Court Martial on February 12, 2025, come after two failed attempts to overthrow the government in 2023. The first attempt, foiled on July…
The Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) has introduced the Instant Payment Service under the National Payment Switch to enhance financial transaction efficiency in the country. The service, which enables real-time money transfers between banks and mobile money platforms, will be officially launched on Thursday, February 13, 2025, by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh. According…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) has concluded a two-day strategic planning meeting aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity for the 2025 planting season under the Feed Salone initiative. The meeting, held on February 10-11 at the Youyi Building in Freetown, brought together District Agriculture Officers (DAOs) and Project Managers to review 2024 progress…
