On July 1st, 2025, at the NPRA headquarters housed within the British Council in Freetown, the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority brought together key stakeholders, staff, and members of the media for a critical engagement aimed at fostering stronger cooperation and driving reforms within Sierra Leone’s petroleum sector.Director General, Mr. Baluwa Koroma, took center stage to…
On behalf of the management and entire staff of Hope Times Newspaper and Hope Magazine, we extend our heartfelt prayers and remembrance on this special day the 16th anniversary of the passing of the beloved mother of our CEO, Mr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kamara. Today, as we mark this solemn occasion, we are deeply moved that…
Mohamed Jalloh was born in the quiet village of Mpaki Masabom in Sierra Leone’s Bombali District. Raised among rolling green fields and the gentle rhythm of rural life, he grew into a strong, hardworking man. A cattle rearer and dedicated farm producer, Mohamed was admired for his commitment to the land, his animals, and the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
By Thaimu T. Kamara The Ministry of Communication Technology and Innovation officially launched its highly anticipated 2025 Boot Camp in Bo District on Monday, March 17, as part of the Big 5 Innovation Investment Challenge. The event marked a significant milestone in the government’s commitment to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological advancement across Sierra Leone….
BY ALUSINE FULLAH For the March edition, my opinion piece was based on women, but for this April edition, I have taken a paradigm shift by looking at child labor. To be frank, I am a real victim of child labor. I tasted it when I was 10 years old. Honestly, it was totally bitter…
At Hope Times Newspaper and Hope Magazine, we believe that continuous learning is the key to excellence in journalism. In line with our commitment to upholding high reporting standards, our team of reporters recently completed a specialized training session aimed at enhancing their skills in investigative journalism, reporting techniques, interviewing skills, and media ethics. The…
