The newly appointed European Union Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Jacek Jankowski, has arrived in Freetown, marking the beginning of his mission to strengthen the partnership between the EU and Sierra Leone. Ambassador Jankowski landed at Freetown International Airport, expressing his enthusiasm for his new role and his commitment to fostering deeper ties between the two…
A recent UNICEF report reveals that 66% of Sierra Leonean children face social and material deprivation, classifying them as multidimensionally poor. The report, based on a 2017 survey by Statistics Sierra Leone, highlights severe regional disparities, with over 80% of children in districts like Koinadugu, Pujehun, Moyamba, Bonthe, and Tonkolili living in poverty, compared to…
By: Hafsatu Z. Bangura If domestic violence cases are not adequately addressed, the consequences could deepen the gender divide, with long-lasting repercussions for both men and women. Failure to effectively tackle domestic violence not only undermines justice but also risks exacerbating societal tensions that could affect future generations. For women, unchecked domestic violence is likely…
By: Hafsatu Z Bangura On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, Abdul Kpaka appeared in court over allegations of murdering his girlfriend, Sia Fatu Kamara. The alleged incident took place on August 13, 2024, at Peninsula Road, Freetown, as stated in the charge sheet. Kpaka is charged with murder, in violation of Section 1 of the Offences…
On Monday, Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack across Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and resulting in at least three deaths. The assault, starting around midnight and continuing into the morning, marked Russia’s largest offensive in weeks. Ukraine’s air force reported multiple drone groups moving towards various regions, followed by cruise and ballistic missiles….
In a devastating assault over the weekend, more than 100 villagers and soldiers were killed in central Burkina Faso by al-Qaida-linked jihadis. The attack targeted Barsalogho commune, located 80 kilometers from the capital, Ouagadougou. Regional experts have labeled this assault as one of the deadliest this year in the conflict-stricken nation. On Saturday, while villagers…
The recent purchase of a $100 million Airbus A330 for President Bola Tinubu has sparked widespread outrage among Nigerians. The move has been criticized as tone-deaf, given the country’s deepening economic crisis. Nigerians, who are facing soaring prices, high inflation, and widespread poverty, expressed their anger at what they see as government extravagance. Social media…
Dr. Eldred Taylor, Deputy Minister of Energy, has swiftly installed a new transformer in Waterloo, just two weeks after the previous one malfunctioned. This rapid response reflects the government’s dedication to improving electricity access and infrastructure. During the installation, Dr. Taylor emphasized the importance of a consistent power supply, noting that President Julius Maada Bio…
An IT officer at Family Kingdom has taken the company’s general manager to court over unpaid social security contributions. On Friday, August 23, 2024, Mahmoud Mansaray filed a lawsuit against Firas Youssef, president and general manager of United Family Kingdom Investment, accusing him of failing to pay his National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT)…
The Ministry of Transport is grappling with a significant SLE 737 million debt tied to vehicle procurement, as it outlines its budget plans for the 2025 fiscal year. During a recent budget presentation, Deputy Director Haroun Conteh emphasized the ministry’s need for a total budget of SLE 750,108,000, which would cover the operations of the…