By Jarrah Kawusu-Konte On Saturday, February 21, 2026, as thousands of members of the All People’s Congress turned out across the country for ward elections, Dr. Ibrahim Bangura cast his vote like any other party faithful — quietly, deliberately, and with visible confidence in the road ahead. The ward polls mark only the first step…
From February 25th to 27th, 2026, Sierra Leone becomes a focal point of regional economic diplomacy, as a high-level delegation from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) arrives to advance the bloc’s integration agenda. Over three days, the mission will conduct extensive consultations with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including government officials, private…
Africell Launches ‘Gentri PaLamp’ Ramadan Promo Africell Sierra Leone has launched its 2026 Ramadan Promotion Show, titled “Gentri PaLamp,” with a prize pool exceeding Le1 billion in cash and other rewards, as part of its annual Ramadan engagement campaign for subscribers nationwide. The launch took place on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, at Africell’s headquarters in…
In a heart-warming display of compassion and community spirit, world hope international recently hosted its annual outing for kids with disabilities and underprivileged members of society. The event, which has become a much anticipated tradition, aimed to promote inclusion, joy and social connection among participants from diverse backgrounds. The outing brought together volunteers, caregivers, sponsors…
The Campaign for Change Against Cruelty to Animals in Sierra Leone (CCA-SL), in collaboration with the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI), USA, concluded a robust awareness campaign aimed at combating cruelty to animals and promoting positive attitudes toward animal welfare. The campaign, which was hosted in Bo District on 23rd January 2026, was guided by the…
The Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB), the country’s leading financial services provider, has launched a range of lucrative investment products aimed at improving the financial wellbeing of its esteemed customers and encouraging a strong savings and investment culture. The newly introduced products include Treasury Bills and a Fixed Deposit Account, both designed to provide secure…
President Bio Advances Sierra Leone’s Strategic Interests Davos, Switzerland, January 2026 – On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio deepened high-level diplomatic and economic engagements aimed at strengthening international cooperation, expanding trade, and advancing development partnerships for Sierra Leone. During the Forum, President…
The recent findings of the 2024 audit report submitted to Parliament by the Auditor General have raised significant concerns regarding the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) and its management of properties, particularly an investment property located at Lumley-Aberdeen Beach. The detailed report highlights an alarming absence of crucial documentation that could impact the…
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…
