In Northern Mali, Tuareg rebels reported on Saturday that they had killed and injured several government soldiers and Russian Wagner Group mercenaries during a two-day clash near the Algerian border. The Malian military confirmed the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to ten others. The CSP-PSD rebel movement claimed to have seized armored vehicles, trucks,…
In June 2024, Sierra Leone’s annual national consumer price inflation rate dropped to 31.93%, a decrease from 35.84% in May 2024. This reduction signifies a modest easing in price increases, offering some relief to consumers and potentially boosting their confidence and spending. The slower pace of inflation may allow the Central Bank to adjust its…
President Nicolás Maduro has been declared the winner of Venezuela’s presidential election, according to partial results from the National Electoral Council (CNE). Elvis Amoroso, head of the CNE and an ally of Maduro, announced that with 80% of ballots counted, Maduro secured 51% of the vote, while his main rival, Edmundo González, had 44%. The…
The 2024 Global Peace Index (GPI) report reveals that Sierra Leone has been ranked 8th among the most peaceful African countries. This achievement highlights the nation’s strides in maintaining peace and stability amidst regional challenges. Mauritius leads Africa as the most peaceful country for 2024, with an overall score of 1.577. It is followed by…
Sierra Leone’s historic debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics experienced a setback as 17-year-old judo competitor Mariama Koroma faced a tough defeat. In the Women’s Elimination Round of 16 for the 57 kg category, Koroma competed against 36-year-old Taiwanese veteran Lien Chen-ling. The match, which lasted only 1 minute and 6 seconds, highlighted the significant…
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairman, Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, has ordered key officials of the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) to refund £3,500. This sum was allegedly misallocated for the educational expenses of two staff members who were supposed to study in London. The directive was issued on July 25, 2024, during a public…
The Guma Valley Water Company, led by its new Board Chairman, Ing. David Karim Fonnie, has launched a critical initiative to enhance water infrastructure and service delivery in the Western Area. This initiative represents a significant step in Guma’s mission to provide clean and sustainable water sources. A recent two-week tour of the company’s facilities,…
By: Iris Aminata Bangura Claim: A press release circulating on WhatsApp claimed that the Government of Sierra Leone is closely monitoring developments in the United States presidential election, including an attempted assassination of a candidate. Verdict: False! Joe Sesay, Head of Strategic Communication at the Ministry of Information and Civic Education, and Myk Berewa, Director…
By: Lansana Koroma Sierra Leone is poised to take the helm of the United Nations Security Council in August 2024, as announced by President Julius Maada Bio during a Town Hall meeting at the Freetown Bintumani Conference Centre. This significant leadership role marks the second time Sierra Leone has achieved such a milestone, with the…
By Iris Aminata Bangura What is Child Marriage?According to UNICEF, Child Marriage refers to any formal marriage or informal union between a child under the age of 18 and an adult or another child.Child marriage has been a pervasive issue in Sierra Leone, driven by deeply entrenched cultural and socio-economic factors. According to Save the…