Africa is advocating for increased representation in the United Nations Security Council, with Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio leading the charge for additional council seats for African nations, including two permanent positions with veto power. President Bio stressed the importance of amplifying Africa’s voice and addressing its demands for justice and equity. Ongoing discussions…
Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been ousted following a court ruling that he violated constitutional ethics by appointing a lawyer with a criminal record to his Cabinet. The decision has intensified political instability in Thailand. This ruling comes just a week after the Constitutional Court dissolved the popular Move Forward Party and banned its…
A three-hour torrential downpour yesterday led to extensive flooding in several parts of Makeni Town. Areas severely impacted include Lower John Street, Molala Road, Magburaka Road, Agriculture Road, Kojo Street, Teko Road, Milton Street, Rogbaneh Road, and Savage Square, with significant property damage reported. Residents are facing severe disruptions, with many homes and businesses submerged….
In its mission to ensure a safe environment in Sierra Leone, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) organized a Plastic Treaty Dialogue. The event gathered government officials, recyclers, development partners, civil society, and non-governmental organizations to discuss and evaluate options that represent Sierra Leone’s stance for the upcoming global negotiation session, aligned with the outcomes from…
President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has launched the Sierra Leone Peace-building Art Exhibition at the United Nations, a significant display of the nation’s journey toward peace and reconciliation. “I am deeply honored to open this remarkable Art Exhibition on Peace-building in Sierra Leone,” President Bio stated, emphasizing the exhibition’s role in demonstrating the resilience and…
By: Francess Sesay In 2022, a series of protests erupted across Freetown, Makeni, and other parts of Sierra Leone due to the high cost of living. These protests resulted in the deaths of several police officers and numerous civilians. Abdul Karim Will, Director of Strategic Communication and Spokesperson for the Office of National Security, emphasized…
By: Iris Aminata Bangura Tripartite committee and the US Ambassador, US-UN Ambassador. Image credit:dubawa.orgTripartite committee and the US Ambassador, US-UN Ambassador Credit Introduction In what many consider a significant milestone for Sierra Leone’s democratic process, the Tripartite Committee, comprising representatives from the SLPP Government, the APC, and moral guarantors, has finalised and presented its recommendations…
The West African Bankers’ Association (WABA) convened its 78th Executive Council Meeting and 42nd General Assembly in Freetown, Sierra Leone, hosted by the Sierra Leone Association of Commercial Banks (SLACB) from August 8-9, 2024. Held at the Freetown International Conference Hall, the event featured discussions on IFRS 9 for Directors, Cross-Border Settlement Systems, and Debt…
The Public Service Commission (PSC) of Sierra Leone has scheduled a Stakeholder Consultative Meeting to discuss the draft Public Service Policy on Tuesday, August 13th, 2024, at the Foreign Service Academy, Tower Hill, Freetown. This significant meeting is a vital step towards improving and modernizing public service delivery in the country. The meeting’s main goal…
President Ali Hijazi of the Sierra Leone Basketball Federation has responded to allegations of autocratic leadership following Cyril Morgan’s resignation as Financial Secretary. Morgan, who resigned less than a year after the November 2023 elective congress, cited concerns over Hijazi’s management style as his reason for stepping down. He accused Hijazi of making unilateral decisions…