By Karamoh Kabba Recent discussions within the All People’s Congress (APC) have generated public interest, particularly around claims that the party has introduced new “tough criteria” for flag‑bearer qualification. While many right‑thinking APC members desire a mechanism to manage the ambitions of the multitude aspiring for the party’s flag‑bearer position, a review of the APC…
Freetown, June 2026 – The Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU) of the Sierra Leone Police has officially clarified that there is no evidence to suggest the cocaine found on the MV Arconian, recently apprehended by Spanish authorities, was loaded while the vessel was in Sierra Leone. This crucial update was made public during a press…
By: Alimatu Kargbo The ongoing alleged theft matter involving 28-year-old labourer, Sylvester Sandy, and 52-year-old panel beater, Sulaiman Koroma, was on Tuesday, 19th May 2026, again brought before Magistrate John Manso Fornah at Pademba Road Court No. 2 in Freetown on two count charges of larceny contrary to Section 2 of the Larceny Act of…
By: Alimatu Kargbo A 30-year-old civil servant, Peter Brima, on Wednesday 20th May 2026, made another appearance before Magistrate John Manso Fornah at Pademba Road Court No. 2 in Freetown on one count charge of larceny in a dwelling house contrary to Section 13(a) of the Larceny Act of 1916. According to the particulars of…
Victim Recounts Harrowing Experience With Accused By: Alimatu Kargbo Lamin Darbor made another appearance before Magistrate John Manso Fornah at Pademba Road Magistrate Court No. 2 in Freetown on nine counts of conspiracy to defraud contrary to law, and obtaining money by false pretences, contrary to Section 32(1) of the Larceny Act of 1916. According…
By Hajaratu S. Bangura The government of President Julius Maada Bio has unveiled the proposed blueprint to transform Lungi into a modern economic hub, anchoring a nationwide redistricting project designed to overhaul local governance and public service delivery. Speaking at the Lungi Civic Day Series on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at St. Augustine School in…
Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, David Moinina Sengeh, encouraged UN agencies implementing the European Union-funded Spotlight Initiative 2.0 to “over-deliver” in order to achieve maximum impact in ending all forms of violence against women and girls, and to effectively communicate results to inspire even greater progress. The Chief Minister delivered this message in his capacity as…
Govt Articulates Reforms For Sustainable Growth & National Development As Sierra Leone officially commenced its Mining Week 2026 activities at the Bintumani Hotel Conference Hall in Freetown, government officials, mining executives and regional industry leaders used the platform to project confidence in the country’s mineral sector, while also drawing attention to the challenges surrounding transparency,…
Higher Education Minister Threatens University Development For many within Sierra Leone’s academic community, the growing tension surrounding the country’s tertiary education sector has become a source of deep concern. Since the appointment of the current Minister of Technical and Higher Education, universities and regulatory institutions have reportedly experienced increasing instability, division, and political pressure, a…
NatCA Champions Digital Inclusivity & Consumer Rights By Alex Lawrence Koroma On Friday, May 22, 2026, Sierra Leone witnessed a significant milestone in its ongoing journey toward digital transformation and consumer empowerment, as the National Communications Authority (NatCA) hosted its 7th Consumer Parliament at the Kenema City Council Hall. This gathering brought together a diverse…
