In a significant step toward advancing digital education in Sierra Leone, Africell Sierra Leone has officially signed a strategic partnership agreement with Freetown Polytechnic at its Jui Campus in Freetown. The landmark event marks the beginning of a collaborative effort aimed at strengthening the institution’s digital infrastructure and transforming the campus into a modern, cashless…
Economist, Prince Jacob Macauley, has announced plans to release a groundbreaking National Integrity Scorecard that will assess the performance, transparency, and accountability of government Ministries across Sierra Leone. The initiative follows months of independent surveys and citizen consultations conducted in several districts across the country. According to Macauley, the project gathered responses from hundreds of…
By: Alimatu Kargbo The Deputy Minister of Information and Civic Education, Bockarie Abdel-Aziz Bawoh, has updated the public on key decisions taken during the Cabinet meeting held on 4th March 2026, highlighting several agreements and development projects approved by government. Speaking during the weekly government press conference at the Miatta Conference Centre, Deputy Minister Bawoh…
Leadership By Merit or Representation? By Chernor Jalloh BA (Hons) Broadcasting and Journalism MSc Diplomacy and International Relations As the conversation around gender equality continues to grow in Sierra Leone and across the world, many advocates are calling for women to occupy at least 30 percent of leadership positions in public and private institutions. Supporters…
The general public is hereby informed that the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA) is the only authorized institution responsible for announcing petroleum pump prices in Sierra Leone, in consultation with the Ministry of Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Finance. The public is therefore advised that the approved pump price remains at NLe 32.00…
In a crucial public notice issued by the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA), the citizens of Sierra Leone have been reminded that the NPRA is the only authorized body responsible for announcing and regulating petroleum pump prices in the country. This announcement, made in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade and Industry and the Ministry…
The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) has launched an enforcement operation targeting vehicles operating at mining sites across the country in a move to ensure strict compliance with road safety regulations. According to a statement issued by the SLRSA Public Relations and Outreach Unit on Wednesday 11th March 2026, the authority has begun conducting…
Youths Encouraged To Take Ownership Of Africa’s Future By Marian Magdalene Bangura Strategic Communication Unit – Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MOICE) Young leaders, policymakers, and development experts from across the region converged in Freetown for the West Africa Youth Symposium, a high-level forum aimed at advancing youth-driven solutions to some of Africa’s most…
NPRA Announces New Fuel Prices On March 6, 2026, the Sierra Leonean government, through the Ministry of Information and Civic Education and the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA), issued a press release announcing a necessary adjustment in fuel prices. The price of petrol at the pump will rise from NLe28.50 to NLe32.00 per litre, reflecting…
James Baggie Bio Reduces Bureaucratic Hurdles On Saturday, March 7th, 2026, the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) marks a significant milestone: one year of dedicated leadership by Executive Director James Baggie Bio. His tenure has already begun to reshape the institution, injecting a renewed energy, innovative spirit, and firm commitment to public service that…
