Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group, has accused Israel of orchestrating a series of pager detonations across Lebanon, resulting in several deaths and numerous injuries, including Hezbollah members and Tehran’s ambassador. According to the Lebanese health ministry, a child was among the fatalities. The Israeli military has refrained from commenting on the incident. In response, Hezbollah…
African heads of state are arriving in Beijing for the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit, starting Wednesday. This ninth summit aims to reshape China’s strategic partnership with Africa in the post-Covid era amid rising geopolitical tensions. Key topics for discussion include climate, energy, and digital technology, with an emphasis on addressing Africa’s digital…
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has announced the appointment of the national U20 technical team ahead of the WAFU U20 tournament in Liberia. In a press release, the SLFA Executive Committee expressed their pleasure in revealing the new appointments, emphasizing the importance of this step in their commitment to nurturing young talent and ensuring…
On August 14, 2024, Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary School Education (MBSSE) announced the 2024 National Primary School Examination results. MBSSE Minister Conrad Sackey made the announcement on Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC). This year, 164,971 students participated in the exam, marking an increase of 1,111 from the previous year, with 4,963…
The Renaissance Movement Sierra Leone has elected Mustapha Momoh as its new National Chairman. Momoh holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication and another in Law from the University of Sierra Leone. He has held several positions in the media and is currently the Managing Editor of the Intern Newspaper, one of the fastest-growing newspapers…
US actor Bill Cobbs, known for roles in films like Night At The Museum and The Bodyguard, has passed away at the age of 90. His agent confirmed to the PA news agency that Cobbs died on Tuesday evening in California, surrounded by his family. Cobbs gained recognition for his role as Whitney Houston’s manager,…
Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh recently visited Kambia District to monitor trade at the Guinea border and assess the progress of the Feed Salone Farms initiative. During his visit, Dr. Sengeh joined First Lady Fatima Bio, district chairmen, and national officers of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) at a governance and service delivery…
The Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) is gearing up to participate in the Second Edition of the African Military Games, scheduled to take place in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. Out of the 42 countries expected to participate in the 2nd edition of the African Military Games in Abuja 2024, 27 have already indicated their…
In a bid to enhance electricity access across Sierra Leone, Vice President Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh inaugurated a new solar mini grid in Kalangba Town. This development aims to provide hundreds of residents and businesses with reliable and affordable power, aligning with President Bio’s goal of boosting rural energy access. Paramount Chief PC Shebora Raka III…
On October 28, 2024, Deputy Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Mimi Yeama-Soba Stephens, opened discussions for Sierra Leone’s first Biennial Transparency Report (BTR) in alignment with the UNFCCC standards. In her keynote, Deputy Minister Stephens highlighted the importance of the BTR in upholding Sierra Leone’s commitments under the Paris Agreement, emphasizing the role of…
