Africell Sierra Leone, in partnership with NBA Africa, convened more than 350 pupils from primary and junior secondary schools for a two-day junior basketball clinic aimed at developing foundational skills and confidence among young athletes. The clinic, held from Thursday 16 to Friday 17 April 2026 at the National Stadium Basketball Court, Brookfields in Freetown,…
Freetown Polytechnic Students At Mile 91 Branch Demand Govt’s Intervention By Mohamed Muckson Sesay (The One) Students at the Mile 91 branch of Freetown Polytechnic on Thursday the 16th April 2026, raised serious concerns over what they describe as an excessive increase in National Council for Technical and Vocational Awards fees, urging immediate intervention from…
NSA Commits To Grassroots Sports Development Lunsar — The Executive Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Dr. Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai, has reaffirmed the institution’s unwavering commitment to the development of grassroots sports in Sierra Leone. This pledge was made during his attendance at the 2026 edition of the renowned Tour d’ Lunsar Cycling Festival…
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…
