By Ibrahim Mansaray Orange Sierra Leone has officially launched the 8th edition of the Orange Social Venture Prize (OSVP) in Sierra Leone, reaffirming its commitment to driving innovation, supporting youth entrepreneurship, and promoting sustainable development across the country. The launch, announced in Freetown on April 15, 2026, forms part of the 16th edition of the…
Since taking up office as the Director General of the Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA), Yankuba Askia Bio has consistently demonstrated astute leadership within the Authority, delivering institutional transformation, efficiency and recording strong financial growth. His success as Director General of the Authority is linked to his years of service as Logistics and…
President Julius Maada Bio, on Thursday 16th April 2026, paid his second official visit to Pee Cee Agriculture Limited, a subsidiary of Pee Cee Holdings, where he participated in a symbolic harvest marking significant progress in the country’s agricultural transformation agenda. The visit, which drew key government officials, private sector stakeholders, and local community leaders,…
The Sierra Leone News Vendors Association (SLNeVA) has etched its name in the annals of history following the successful conduct of its first-ever democratic election, held on Saturday, 11th April 2026. The landmark event, which brought together members from across the country, is widely being celebrated as a major breakthrough for the association and a…
By: Alimatu Kargbo The West African Health Organization (WAHO) has been hailed as a model institution within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), as regional leaders and health experts gathered in Freetown to strengthen health systems across member states. WAHO, a specialised ECOWAS agency, is responsible for harmonising health policies, strengthening national health…
The Managing Director of Guma Valley Water Company, Ing. Kallay Mirwan Kallon, says Sierra Leone continues to face serious water supply challenges despite ongoing investments and reforms. He identified water loss, also known as non-revenue water, as one of the biggest problems. This includes leakages, illegal connections, and unpaid bills. He said that even with…
By: Alimatu Kargbo A bold new strategy to transform Sierra Leone’s adult education landscape was unveiled Thursday, as the Sierra Leone Adult Education Association (SLADEA) launched its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan at Jones Street in Freetown. The ambitious roadmap tackles four interlinked national crises: adult illiteracy, youth unemployment, weak civic participation, and climate vulnerability. The launch…
SLRSA & Red Cross Society Sign MOU 10th April 2026 Kissy Road, Freetown www.slrsa.gov.sl The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Sierra Leone Red Cross Society (SLRCS) to enhance road safety measures and improve emergency response services across the country. The agreement, signed at the Authority’s…
Dr. Ibrahim Bangura Displays Compassionate Leadership By Jarrah Kawusu-Konte It is during moments of crisis that nations witness character that is pure, empathetic and visionary. And sometimes, it is in the immediacy of tragedy that true leadership reveals itself through instinct. When a devastating fire tore through the office of Mohamed Asmieu Bah, Deputy Director…
An explosive legal opinion obtained by this newspaper has thrown the leadership of the Milton Margai Technical University (MMTU) into turmoil, concluding that the Chancellor has “absolutely no legal authority” to demand the Vice-Chancellor and Principal step aside from his position. An opinion from R.B. Kowa & Associates, the university’s retained solicitors, directly challenges the…
