The recent 2024 audit report concerning the Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SLCAA) has unveiled significant issues surrounding financial management, particularly related to the Foreign Travel Tax (FTT) and shared revenue arrangements. These findings highlight critical lapses in record-keeping and transparency that could hinder the operational effectiveness of the authority. One of the most alarming…
According to Africell Sierra Leone CEO, Shadi Gerjawi, the company’s support reflects Africell’s long-standing culture of promoting and strengthening the media landscape in Sierra Leone. The SLAJ Media Iftar is an annual gathering that brings together journalists, editors, bloggers, and media practitioners during the holy month of Ramadan. The event provides an opportunity for members…
By Marian Magdalene Bangura Strategic Communication Unit – MOICE The newly appointed Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sierra Leone, Zhao Yong, has paid a courtesy visit on the Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor M. Bah, at his Youyi Building office in Freetown. Minister Bah warmly welcomed Ambassador Zhao and conveyed…
Minister Bah Takes New Chinese Ambassador On Conducted Tour Of Miatta Centre By Marian Magdalene Bangura Strategic Communication Unit – MoICE Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor A. Bah, on March 3rd, 2026, took the new Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sierra Leone, HE Zhao Yong, on a conducted tour of…
By: Alimatu Kargbo On 4th March 2026, A new chapter in youth football development began following the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), Orange Sierra Leone and the UBA Foundation at Wilberforce Drive in Freetown. The agreement, witnessed by key stakeholders from government, corporate institutions and…
On Tuesday 3rd March 2026, The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority held a consultative meeting with Executives of the Bike Riders Union ahead of the planned signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening Compliance and promoting Road Safety. The engagement held at the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) Headquarters on Kissy…
The National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA) has announced an immediate nationwide suspension on the construction of gas stations in a move aimed at controlling the rapid spread of unregistered and unauthorized fuel facilities. In a press release issued on Tuesday, the Authority said the decision takes effect immediately and is intended to address the growing…
Aviation Authority (SLCAA) finances, significant discrepancies have been uncovered in the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report, which scrutinizes the Auditor General’s findings for the financial year 2023. This report, presented by Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, Deputy Speaker and Chairman of the PAC, has raised serious concerns about revenue management, tax compliance, and overall financial governance…
By: Alimatu Kargbo The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Kemoh Sesay, has firmly defended the conduct of Sierra Leone’s soldiers during the recent border standoff with Guinea, insisting that restraint prevented a potential war between the two neighbouring states. Speaking during the weekly government press conference, Maj. Gen. Sesay dismissed claims of weakness within…
By: Alimatu Kargbo The Government has reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s diplomatic commitment to Guinea amid recent border tensions, insisting that the long-standing relationship between the two nations remains strong despite temporary misunderstandings.Speaking at the weekly press briefing held at the Miatta Conference Centre in Freetown, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Timothy Kabba, addressed…
