By: James Kamara-Manneh The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) has engaged government representatives, media practitioners, persons with disabilities, women and other vulnerable groups as part of efforts to influence Sierra Leone’s 2027 national budget. The engagement, held in Freetown under BAN’s “Making Tax Work for Women” project, focused on identifying the needs and priorities of marginalized,…
By: Sorie Sesay The Ministry of Health, through its Directorate of Food and Nutrition, has called for stronger support for breastfeeding, describing it as one of the most effective and affordable ways to improve child survival, nutrition and national development. The call was made during a press conference held in Freetown on July 31 to…
By Aminata Kamara Alfred Kamanda has announced his decision to withdraw from the Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA) election race, citing disappointment over the outcome of the Association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). In a statement, Kamanda described the manner in which the AGM unfolded as a “huge disappointment,” saying the events had influenced his decision…
By Osman Marah President of the Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA), Tuma Adama Kamara, has on 29th July, 2026 defended her leadership record, outlined plans to strengthen the legal profession, and distanced herself from the chaos that marred the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kenema. Speaking during the “One-on-One with Tuma Townhall” held at…