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…
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…
The UBA Foundation, through UBA Sierra Leone, on the 13th March,2026, officially launched the 2025/2026 edition of the UBA Foundation National Essay Competition, the launch ceremony, held at the conference hall of New Brookfield’s Hotel in Freetown, brought together key stakeholders in the education sector including officials from the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary…
Agriculture Minister Boosts Feed Salone Initiative In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bolstering agricultural services throughout Sierra Leone, Dr. Henry Musa Pkaka, the Minister of Agriculture, has commissioned 16 vehicles and 45 motorbikes for District Agriculture Officers (DAOs). This strategic move is designed to improve mobility, enabling DAOs to reach farmers in remote areas more…
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…
According to Africell Sierra Leone CEO, Shadi Gerjawi, the company’s support reflects Africell’s long-standing culture of promoting and strengthening the media landscape in Sierra Leone. The SLAJ Media Iftar is an annual gathering that brings together journalists, editors, bloggers, and media practitioners during the holy month of Ramadan. The event provides an opportunity for members…
By: Alimatu Kargbo The Government has reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s diplomatic commitment to Guinea amid recent border tensions, insisting that the long-standing relationship between the two nations remains strong despite temporary misunderstandings.Speaking at the weekly press briefing held at the Miatta Conference Centre in Freetown, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Timothy Kabba, addressed…
By Marion (Rion) Bangura The Sierra Leone Broadcasters Association (SiLBA) on Friday, 27th February 2026, officially certified its members in the Eastern Province during a well-attended ceremony in Kenema, marking another milestone in the association’s expansion and institutional consolidation since its establishment in 2022. The event brought together broadcasters, journalists, station managers, and media regulators…
The CEO of Orange Sierra Leone, Madam Aicha Toure, paid a courtesy visit on the Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Hon. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, to reaffirm the company’s steadfast commitment to driving digital connectivity and inclusive growth across the nation. During the meeting, the CEO reassured the Vice President of Orange’s continued…
BAF Launches Self-Reliance Project By Musa Conteh and Day Break The Build Africa Foundation (BAF) has officially launched its Self-Reliance Project, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering women through practical skills training and sustainable livelihood opportunities. The event brought together development partners, community leaders, and beneficiaries to witness the unveiling of a program designed to…
