NatCA Champions Digital Inclusivity & Consumer Rights By Alex Lawrence Koroma On Friday, May 22, 2026, Sierra Leone witnessed a significant milestone in its ongoing journey toward digital transformation and consumer empowerment, as the National Communications Authority (NatCA) hosted its 7th Consumer Parliament at the Kenema City Council Hall. This gathering brought together a diverse…
Done By Patrick Tarawally Sierra Leone is set to receive its first flight carrying West African migrants deported from the United States today, Wednesday, May 20, as confirmed by Foreign Minister Timothy Kabba. The flight will transport 25 nationals from Senegal, Ghana, Guinea, and Nigeria, marking a significant development in the country’s evolving immigration arrangement…
By Salieu Tejan Jalloh Recent developments surrounding the desperate attempt to illegally grab land of James Legg at Nyamba town by a team of land grabbers have been exposed. Their failure to appear in court because of lack of authentic documents resulted in a Judgment in Default of defense in favour of Mr Legg, granted…
In another significant development within Sierra Leone’s petroleum industry, the Director General of the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA), Brima Baluwa Koroma, officially unveiled another modernized retail fuel outlet belonging to NP (SL) Limited in the Kissy community, Freetown. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the NPRA Director General commended the Board, Management, and Staff of…
Danger Of Taking Actions On Allegations Before Establishing Facts By James Tamba Lebbie The publication of the recent Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) report into the affairs of the University of Sierra Leone (USL) has brought into sharp focus an important issue that extends beyond one institution or one controversy: the critical balance between accountability, fairness, and…
By: Alimatu Kargbo West Africa has taken a bold step toward redefining its digital future as policymakers, tech leaders, regulators, civil society actors, youth representatives, and development partners gathered in Freetown, during the West Africa Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF 2026) at the Miatta Conference Centre, Youyi Building. Held under the theme “Digital Sovereignty and Economic…
By: Alimatu Kargbo The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the Freetown City Council, and the Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs have intensified calls for collective action against plastic pollution and poor sanitation practices in Freetown, as part of efforts to protect the environment and public health. The appeal was made during the…
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has released a comprehensive report following its investigation into allegations of administrative, procurement, financial, and governance irregularities at the University of Sierra Leone (USL). While the report raises serious concerns about governance practices and the treatment of senior officials, it notably clears several accused individuals of corruption and financial misconduct, shining…
The Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA) has taken a significant step toward strengthening international investment partnerships, following a high-level meeting with a delegation of potential investors from the United Arab Emirates in Freetown. The meeting, held on 29th April 2026 in the conference room of the Director General, Mr. Yankuba Askia Bio, brought…
NPRA Boss Assures Of Adequate Fuel Availability By: Alimatu Kargbo At a press briefing held at the Miatta Conference Centre, the Director General of the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA), Brima Baluwa Koroma, stepped before journalists with a message of both gratitude and reassurance. Flanked by his team, he began by thanking three groups:…
