FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE- 19th February 2026 The Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI) is sounding an urgent alarm following a monitoring visit on 17 February 2026 to the Sierra Leone Correctional Services (SLCS) facilities in Freetown. Our findings reveal a catastrophic breakdown of human rights, safety, and basic dignity within these facilities. Systemic…
By Sheriff Mahmud IsmailLagos – 11 February, 2026 – On a humid Lagos evening, where the Atlantic breeze sweeps gently across the glass towers and neon-lit boulevards of Victoria Island, the Delborough Hotel shimmered with quiet prestige. Long known as one of the city’s most exclusive addresses, the hotel, with its polished marble interiors, soft…
By Teddy Joseph Brima 9th February 2026 Eden College is proud to announce that it has officially received Provisional Accreditation from the National Council for Technical, Vocational and Other Academic Awards (NCTVA). This significant milestone marks a major step forward in the institution’s commitment to delivering higher-quality education and skills-based training aligned with the national…
By Abu Bakarr Kargbo The 26th Batch Chinese Medical Team successfully conducted an on-site First Aid Training Programme for staff of UNICEF Sierra Leone at the UNICEF Head Office in Freetown on Monday. This vital two-day training aims to equip participants with essential first aid skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), trauma first aid, and emergency…
Orange Deepens Collaboration With Media On Friday, February 6, 2026, Orange Sierra Leone (OSL) proudly hosted its annual media engagement event at its headquarters located at No. 1 Alpha Wurie Drive, Hill Station, Freetown. Under the theme “Connecting with the Media, Sharing Our Story,” the gathering attracted a diverse group of media professionals, including owners,…
Newton Poultry To Produce 22,000 Eggs Daily Under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka, the Minister of Agriculture, Sierra Leone is on the cusp of a significant transformation in its agricultural sector. The government’s initiative, “Di Feed Salone,” prioritizes local food production and aims to enhance the country’s self-sufficiency, particularly in essential commodities…
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), has announced the appointment of Loknath Mishra as Chief Executive Officer of UBA UK.The appointment which takes effect from February 2nd, 2026, reinforces the Group’s commitment to strengthening its international footprint and enhancing its role as a key financial bridge between Africa and the world. As CEO…
UBA Sierra Leone on the 23rd &24th January,2026 held its 2026 Annual Strategy Session, bringing together staff from across all departments to review performance, align strategic priorities, and set a clear direction for the 2026 business year. The session emphasized execution, teamwork, customer focus, and digital innovation as key drivers of growth. The Board Chairman,…
Heirs Holdings Appoints Two New Non-Executive Directors Leading pan-African investment company, Heirs Holdings, has announced the appointment of Obinna Ufudo and Sola Yomi-Ajayi as Non-Executive Directors. The new directors bring extensive expertise in finance, energy, governance, and global markets, and their appointments demonstrate Heirs Holdings’ ongoing commitment to strong corporate governance. Sola Yomi-Ajayi has over…
Africell will help researchers at Oxford University investigate the economic and social impact of AfriGPT, Africell’s innovative SMS-based AI service. 27 January 2026, Oxford and Freetown | Africell and Oxford University have agreed to collaborate on a groundbreaking research project into the economic and social impact of AI tools in West Africa. Funded in part…
