The United States Coast Guard has recently completed training 30 members of Sierra Leone’s Maritime Security sector. The training focused on search and rescue operations in the ocean and response to oil spills. During the sessions, participants engaged in discussions on how to create a structured and ordered response during high-stakes, nerve-wracking events. This comprehensive…
On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the Deputy Minister of Energy, Dr. Eldred Taylor, inspected hybrid electricity installations in Moyamba. He expressed satisfaction with the progress of both the Moyamba Township Electrification Project, funded by the Government of Sierra Leone, and the 1MW Solar Power Plant, funded by the World Bank. The Seven Districts Electrification Project,…
Niger’s interior ministry has put search units on high alert following a breakout from the high-security Koutoukale prison on Thursday, July 11. The facility, located 50 kilometers northwest of Niamey, houses Islamist militants involved in Niger’s conflicts with groups linked to al-Qaida, Islamic State, and suspected Boko Haram insurgents. The ministry has not disclosed the…
Rescuers in Nepal intensified their efforts on Friday to locate survivors following a tragic incident where two buses were swept off a major highway into the Trishuli River during the early morning hours. As of now, at least 60 individuals are reported missing, while three others managed to swim to safety and are currently receiving…
In Burkina Faso, the military junta led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré has recently endorsed a revised family code that includes stringent measures against homosexuality. This decision places Burkina Faso among the majority of African nations, with 22 out of 54 countries criminalizing same-sex relationships, often carrying severe penalties such as death or lengthy imprisonment in…
On Thursday (Jul. 11), during the sidelines of the 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in St. Petersburg, Russia’s President met with the Iranian parliament speaker, along with the speakers of both chambers of the Russian parliament. The meeting highlighted Iran’s recent membership in BRICS and acknowledged the late President Raisi, with Vladimir Putin expressing optimism for…
After one hundred days in office, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal faces the ongoing challenge of fulfilling his campaign promises while navigating early successes and criticisms. His administration has already made significant strides, particularly in reforming the justice system and initiating audits of public administration. These efforts are seen as pivotal in shaping the…
Personnel at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Headquarters in Freetown have concluded their investigation into an alleged conspiracy to commit a felony in Peyima, Kamara Chiefdom, Kono district. The case centers on the suspected theft of a stone believed to be a diamond. The suspects involved in the case are Sheku Kabba (alias ID Card),…
In a recent press release, the Sierra Leone Roads Authority (SLRA) confirmed the collapse of the Mathehun Bridge along the crucial Makeni-Kamakwei Road. The incident, occurring on the night of July 10, 2024, was triggered by a heavily loaded truck attempting to cross the bridge, resulting in its impassability and significant disruption to commuters. Prior…
Special Line Cricket Club secured an impressive 8-wicket victory against Gujarat Lions, marking the opening of the Sierra Leone Men’s T20 Cricket Premier League on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at the Kingtom Police Oval. This win underscores Special Line’s determination to retain the title after bolstering their squad, which includes the addition of former Mid-West…