Parliament Backed Gento Group’s Banana Island Project
By Sulaiman Jalloh Parliament of Sierra Leone through the Parliamentary Committee on Transport and Aviation chaired by Honorable Dixon Rogers, who doubles as the Chief Whip of Parliament, has on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Committee Room One in the Parliament Building, engaged Gento Group of Companies on the company’s agreement with the Government of…
FOISIL Concludes 11th National Quranic Competition 2025 Memorization in Grand Style
A 14-year-old, Hadiatu Saeed Jalloh from Northwest region of Sierra Leone has topped the 11th edition of the National Quranic Memorization Competition at FBC Amphitheater by the Foundation of Islamic Information Sierra Leone Limited (FOISIL) with the theme Hope Through Divine Words. In a highly competitive recitation among nine participants from across Sierra Leone, five…
Fugitive and Convicted: Oumar Bangura in Spotlight Over Homosexual Act
In a case that has sparked nationwide debate, Oumar Bangura has been convicted for engaging in a homosexual act an offense punishable under Sierra Leonean law. His case has reignited intense discussions about morality, legal boundaries, and the intersection of personal identity with national cultural and religious values. According to credible reports, Bangura was arrested…
Parliament enacts the counter terrorism act 2025
Freetown, March 11, 2025 – The Parliament of Sierra Leone has officially passed into law the National Counter Terrorism Act of 2024, marking a significant step toward strengthening the country’s legal framework on national security. The legislation, enacted on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, establishes the National Counter-Terrorism Coordination Committee and outlines provisions for combating terrorism…
Rokupa central mosque appoints caretaker imam amid leadership transition
By Abdulrahman OrlandoRokupr, Magbema Chiefdom, Kambia District – March 8, 2025 The Rokupr Central Mosque has appointed Sheikh Abu Bakarr Kamara as Caretaker Imam following leadership changes prompted by the passing of the Chief Imam, Alhaji Osman Kamara. Initially, mosque authorities appointed Pa Alhaji Alie Kamara as Acting Imam to oversee religious duties. However, due…
Racecourse fire incident: NDMA conducts impact assessment, estimates losses at NLe 6,480,000
Freetown, 10th March 2025 – The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has conducted a preliminary impact assessment following a devastating fire outbreak at Race Course Road, Up Gun, Freetown, on Sunday, 9th March 2025, at approximately 11:30 PM. The fire completely destroyed 26 spare parts shops and four vehicles, resulting in substantial financial losses and…
Chief Justice Opens Sexual Offenses Model Court in Bo District
Judiciary of Sierra Leone Communications, Bo City, Southern Sierra Leone, 7th March 2025:The Chief Justice of the Republic of Sierra Leone, His Lordship Honourable Justice Komba Kamanda has officially opened the Sexual Offences Model Court in the district headquarter town of Bo, the first in the Southern region of the country. According to the resident…
Orange Money Awarded as Leader in Financial Inclusion in Sierra Leone
Freetown, February 2025 Orange Money Sierra Leone has been honored as the “Leader in Financial Inclusion in Sierra Leone” at the prestigious West African Bankers Awards. The ceremony, held at the Freetown International Conference Centre in Aberdeen, recognized the company’s outstanding contributions to expanding financial access and empowering underserved communities across the country. The awards,…
Kenema City Begins 24-Hour Electricity Test as EDSA Moves Toward Reliable Power Supply
By: MUNYA BAWOH(Small Motor with Big Engine) Kenema City has officially begun a 24-hour electricity distribution test, a major step toward achieving uninterrupted power supply for residents and businesses. The Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA) launched this test phase to evaluate the feasibility and sustainability of providing round-the-clock electricity to the city. For years,…
Mohamed Fuaad Daboh: The Visionary Leader Driving NASSIT’s Success
In a country where financial trust was once fragile, the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) has emerged as a pillar of reliability and excellence. This remarkable transformation is largely attributed to the visionary leadership of its Director General, Mohamed Fuaad Daboh, whose dedication, innovation, and commitment have positioned NASSIT as one of the…
