The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) is gearing up to enhance its crime-fighting capabilities with the deployment of 100 new criminal data collection workstations nationwide. This initiative, aimed at combating Transnational Organized Crime, is being facilitated by INTERPOL through its West Africa Police Information System (WAPIS) program. The announcement was made by D/CSP Genevieve Tity Cowan,…
Moinina Korpoi, Principal Accountant at the Ministry of Lands, has been penalized by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) for failing to provide essential documents during the 2022 audit. The PAC criticized Korpoi for not supplying NRA receipts, application forms, and proof of citizenship records for 400 state land transactions. Korpoi defended himself by explaining that…
In alignment with its Western Area Flood Mitigation Strategy, the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), supported by Goal Sierra Leone, launched a two-day community engagement initiative on risk management in the Mabella Community on Thursday, July 4, 2024. This effort is part of NDMA’s ongoing mission to improve disaster risk communication and preparedness. The engagement…
The Mayor of Freetown, Her Worship Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, has announced that the 2024-2028 Transform Freetown Development Plan, a successor to the previous 2019-2023 plan, will adopt an inclusive approach. This plan focuses on establishing interventions, determining effective ways to achieve them, and reporting progress, all supported by data innovation. As part of the process, 4,800…
BY: MOHAMED TOBY KARGBO Veteran politician Dr. Alhaji Alpha Khan, in an interview with Epic Radio, confirmed that he was the first to declare his intention to run for Presidential Aspirant before the 2018 Presidential and General Elections. During the convention in Makeni, he realized that Dr. Samura Kamara was also vying for the same…
By Iris Aminata Bangura Claim: A viral WhatsApp post claimed that Orange Sierra Leone is offering its old customers free data. Verdict: False! In a public notice on its Facebook page, Orange Sierra Leone stated that it is not giving out free data to old members. Full Text A WhatsApp post circulating in Sierra Leone…
By: Iris Aminata Bangura Claim: Posts by Facebook users Je Suis ProtonicFeeling and Erica Ruth Bangura claimed that churches were entirely prohibited from holding services in Kenema on account of a traditional practice. Verdict: Misleading! According to the Inter-Religious Council of Sierra Leone, churches in Kenema were not stopped from holding services because of an…
By Iris Aminata Bangura What are Antibiotics? Antibiotics are crucial for treating bacterial infections, but their misuse and overuse have become a global health concern. In Sierra Leone, like in many other developing countries, antibiotic abuse is a significant issue that can lead to antibiotic resistance, treatment failure, and adverse health outcomes. Women in Sierra…
John Lamin Alpha (BigDadi English) Larry Gaga, a prominent figure in the Nigerian music industry, has reached a significant milestone with his collaboration with Tasha. The track titled “4Rounds” features Africa’s esteemed rapper, Vector, showcasing Larry Gaga’s deep admiration for Tasha’s lyrical skills. In the upcoming video, Tasha will proudly display her necklace brand “FINOR…
By Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr Sierra Leone Aquatics has once again made history by becoming the first National Sports Federation to qualify athletes for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, set to take place from July 26 to August 11 in Paris, France. Joshua JJ Wyse, OLY, a well-known figure, and newcomer Olamiday Elizabeth Sam will…