Auditor General Meets EU Ambassador to Strengthen Ties
The Audit Service Sierra Leone (ASSL) took a significant step towards enhancing international cooperation and fostering stronger institutional ties when its Auditor General, Abdul Aziz, led a delegation of senior officials on a courtesy visit to the European Union (EU) Delegation in Sierra Leone. The engagement aimed to deepen collaboration, share insights, and reinforce mutual…
Hardships Hit Ordinary S/Leoneans
By: Munya Bawoh Sierra Leone, a West African country rich in minerals and natural resources, continues to be plagued by economic hardship, limited opportunities, and rising poverty. Despite years of promises by successive governments and billions in international aid, the daily lives of ordinary Sierra Leoneans remain marked by struggle, uncertainty, and hopelessness. From the…
Fuel Price Falls, Fares Unchanged
By: Yusuf Ibrahim Kamara Despite a government-mandated reduction in the pump price of fuel, many commuters across Freetown say they are still paying the same transportation fares, raising concerns over compliance with the newly announced tariff adjustments. On Friday, 25th July 2025, the Ministry of Transport and Aviation issued a press release confirming a nationwide…
RCB, Gilpin Sweep Top Awards
By: Yusuf Ibrahim Kamara Rokel Commercial Bank (RCB) continues to reinforce its standing as a pillar of Sierra Leone’s financial and social landscape, receiving multiple awards for exceptional banking services, community empowerment, and visionary leadership. On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, the bank was honored with three major awards from respected institutions, celebrating its performance over…
Ady Macaulay Gains Kono Support
By: Abdul Razack Gbla The leading Flagbearer of the Opposition APC, former Anti-Corruption Commissioner and respected legal luminary, Ady Macaulay, was met with a thunderous and emotional reception in Kono District on Friday 1st August 2025, as he joined hundreds of Muslims for Jumu’ah prayers at the Temne Central Mosque. His arrival sparked excitement among…
Africell Sierra Leone Launches Fantasy Premier League for Subscribers
Africell Sierra Leone has officially launched its own league for subscribers on the Fantasy Premier League (FPL), offering football fans an exciting opportunity to showcase their managerial skills while competing for attractive prizes. The launch took place on Thursday, 31st July 2025, at the company’s headquarters on Pivot Street, Wilberforce in Freetown. Speaking during the…
Criminalizing Dissent: How a Peaceful Protest Turns Ibrahim Sorie Shaw into a Fugitive
By Sheku Osman Swarray In a country where voicing dissent increasingly feels like a criminal act, the events of June 21, 2023, stand as a chilling reminder of how far the Sierra Leonean state is willing to go to silence defiance. What begins as a peaceful call for electoral transparency by members of the All…
Africell, MiKashBoks Launch ‘Save to Buy’ Scheme for Samsung Smartphones
By Yusuf Ibrahim Kamara In a strategic effort to boost digital access and financial empowerment across Sierra Leone, Africell has partnered with MiKashBoks to unveil a new savings-based initiative dubbed “Save to Buy” a program designed to help customers acquire Samsung smartphones through structured, incremental payments. The launch event took place on Wednesday, July 30,…
RCBank Cline Town Opens Under Gilpin
By Yusuf Ibrahim Kamara In a remarkable demonstration of visionary leadership and institutional growth, Rokel Commercial Bank (RCB) under the stewardship of its Managing Director, Dr. Walton Ekundayo Gilpin, has officially opened a new branch in Cline Town, Freetown. The unveiling of the modern banking facility took place on Monday, July 28, 2025, and drew…
