By: Alimatu Kargbo Foray Sonill has been arrested and charged to court for assault occasioning actual bodily harm and malicious damage, contrary to Section 47 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861 and Section 51 of the Malicious Damage Act 1861. According to police reports, the accused allegedly committed the offence on Wednesday 17th…
By: Alimatu Kargbo Magistrate Julia Mary Gbloh of Pademba Road Court No.5 has sentenced Mustapha Kpaka to 40 months imprisonment after finding him guilty of larceny, contrary to Section 2 of the Larceny Act of 1916. According to the particulars of offence, Kpaka stole several construction materials on 31st January 2026 at No. 9 Old…
By: Alimatu Kargbo Fifty two years old Nathan Alimamy Sillah, a business man, made his first appearance before Magistrate John Manso Fornah of Pademba Road Court No.2 on two count charges, ranging from Obtaining Money by false pretenses contrary to Section 32 (1) of the Larceny Act 1916 According to the particulars of offense: on…
By: Alimatu Kargbo Fatamata Mansaray has appeared before Magistrate Julia Mary Gbloh at Pademba Road Court No. 5 in Freetown after being arrested for the alleged offence of child stealing. The accused was arrested on 21st February 2026 and charged with child stealing contrary to Section 56 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861….
Warm greetings to you, esteemed members of the All People’s Congress (APC). As our respected party continues its internal electoral process, the Dr. Ibrahim Bangura’s (DIB) Movement wishes to address the wider membership regarding the tone and conduct that should guide us during this important democratic exercise. The internal elections of our party should be…
NPRA Announces New Fuel Prices On March 6, 2026, the Sierra Leonean government, through the Ministry of Information and Civic Education and the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA), issued a press release announcing a necessary adjustment in fuel prices. The price of petrol at the pump will rise from NLe28.50 to NLe32.00 per litre, reflecting…
James Baggie Bio Reduces Bureaucratic Hurdles On Saturday, March 7th, 2026, the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) marks a significant milestone: one year of dedicated leadership by Executive Director James Baggie Bio. His tenure has already begun to reshape the institution, injecting a renewed energy, innovative spirit, and firm commitment to public service that…
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…
