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…
In a significant step towards achieving food self-sufficiency, Pee Cee Agriculture Limited is set to revolutionize agriculture in Sierra Leone with its ambitious onion farming project in Lungi. With an investment of $12 million backed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the company is currently cultivating 70 hectares of onions twice a year, totaling 140…
On Wednesday, a significant announcement emerged from the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA) during a press conference held by its Director General, Brima Baluwa Koroma. The fuel prices have seen a slight adjustment, moving from NLe27.4 to NLe28.5 per liter, which represents an increase of NLe1.1. Yet, rather than viewing this adjustment as a burden,…
On Saturday, 24th January 2026, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), Lieutenant General Amara Idara Bangura, officially launched the 2026 RSLAF Planting Season at Yonie Village in Kamajei Chiefdom, Moyamba District. The process started with 60% payment to Nguala Agricbusiness Development Company in Moyamba Junction, Fakunia…
High Court Holden in Portloko District, 29th January 2026: The High Court of Sierra Leone, sitting in Kambia, has sentenced Finda Aziz Turay to five years imprisonment following her conviction for illegal possession of drugs. The convict was arraigned before the court on four counts, including unlawful possession of drugs contrary to Section 8(a) of…
In a startling revelation, the latest audit report has uncovered that a staggering Le19.4 billion (19.4 million new Leones) has seemingly vanished from the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT). This amount was purportedly capitalised as project expenditure, but reflects a troubling lack of transparency and accountability within the institution. The significant sum is…
The Lifeline Nehemiah Project (LNP) on Friday, 9th January 2026, announced the successful implementation of its 2YoungLives initiative, a comprehensive program aimed at supporting pregnant underage girls across the country. According to the Administrative Director at Lifeline Nehemiah Project, Philimon Kamara, as of December 2025, the project has proudly mentored 202 pregnant teenagers, providing them…
State House, Freetown, Monday, 12 January 2026 – His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio received the outgoing Chief Executive Officer of Orange Sierra Leone, Mr Sekou Amadou Bah, at State House, where he paid a farewell courtesy call after completing his four-year tenure in the country. During the meeting, Mr Bah formally introduced the…
Orange Sierra Leone has taken a major step in strengthening its commitment to shared value and inclusive growth by formally issuing share certificates to its employees under the company’s Employee Shareholding Scheme. The initiative grants eligible employees’ ownership, profit entitlement, and a direct stake in the company’s financial success, reinforcing the belief that those who…
Orange Sierra Leone, on Monday 5th January, 2026, officially welcomed its new Chief Executive Officer, Madam Aicha Toure, during a well-attended ceremony held at the company’s headquarters at Hill Station, Freetown. Madam Toure was accompanied by the outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Sekou Amadou Bah, and received a warm welcome from members of the company’s top…
