The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has announced a final extension for the asset declaration deadline, setting the new date as June 30, 2024. This extension, authorized by the Commissioner under Section 119(4) of the Anti-Corruption Act 2008, addresses difficulties some declarants have faced in using their unique National Identification Number (NIN) for the declaration form. To…
Miltonia Garden and Maria Kallon, who were wrongfully convicted by a Magistrate, along with Fatmata Kamara, who had already completed her sentence in Bo, have been freed by Hon. Justice Abu Bakarr Sannoh under the Prison Court Initiative in Bo. Miltonia Garden, who was convicted and sentenced to seven years imprisonment, was released based on…
Minister of Sports, Augusta Teima and the National Stadium Management have inspected the ongoing renovation work at the National Stadium, which is being carried out by Chinese contractors. Significant progress has been made, including the installation of a new artificial turf for the football practice field, a soil track, a new 1,500-seat aluminum alloy structure…
Stakeholders and partners of the Presidential Initiative on Climate Change, Renewable Energy, and Food Security (PI-CREF) have overwhelmingly endorsed the Strategic Plan 2024-2030 during a workshop at Freetown City Council, aimed at fostering “Climate Resilient Economic Growth.” Peter Kaindaneh, Chief Technical Officer, highlighted in his opening remarks that the new strategy offers a roadmap for…
Sierra Leone national team captain Steven Caulker has silenced critics questioning his fitness and age, assuring fans that he’s ready to deliver on the pitch if selected. In a recent interview with the delegation’s media team in Morocco, Caulker addressed concerns about his limited playing time this season due to a player-manager role he undertook…
The U.S. Embassy in Sierra Leone has praised the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the All Peoples Congress (APC) for their collaborative effort in condemning hate speech and advocating for constructive political dialogue. This commendation arrives as a prelude to the forthcoming final report from the Election Review Committee, slated for release on June…
The Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the All-Peoples Congress (APC) have jointly expressed profound concerns regarding the escalating tensions in political discussions both domestically and within diaspora communities. In response, the two prominent parties have come together to endorse the Agreement for National Unity, a pivotal pact designed to tackle these mounting challenges head-on….
Secretary General of the main opposition, the All People’s Party, Lansana Dumbuya has made a resolute statement regarding Chief Sam Sumana’s eligibility to contest the 2028 elections under the APC banner. Despite Sam Sumana’s recent reinstatement as a party comrade, Dumbuya emphasized that he does not meet the necessary criteria outlined in the party’s constitution…
Conflict is a major cause of political instability and poor institutional quality, leading to low foreign direct investment (FDI) in Sierra Leone. The country has suffered various conflicts, including revolutionary warfare, insurgency, and conventional warfare, driven by political power struggles and resource competition. These conflicts have tarnished Sierra Leone’s international reputation, branding it as a…
Sierra Leone’s Youth Envoy, Yulisa Ahmadu, concluded a one-day Diaspora Youth Summit in the United States on Africa Day, bringing together young people to discuss the country’s development. The event was organized by the Office of the Youth Envoy in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Embassy in the USA, and in partnership with the Ministry…