Chief Professor David John Francis, the esteemed founder of the Liberals at Fourah Bay College (FBC), University of Sierra Leone (USL), joined in the festivities as the group celebrated its anniversary on Saturday, June 8, 2024. The occasion marked a momentous milestone for the organization, reflecting on its impactful journey since its inception in 1992….
Madam Fatmata Kargbo, Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, along with her team and trade chairpersons, embarked on a public engagement in Freetown. Their mission: to address rumors circulating on social media urging traders to boycott business activities on June 17th, 18th, and 19th, 2024. Madam Kargbo passionately debunked these rumors, labeling them as the…
Journalist Munya Bawoh has accused police officers in Kenema of assaulting and detaining him while he was on assignment. Bawoh claims the incident occurred yesterday when he witnessed a confrontation between police and disabled individuals in a public space. He attempted to document the event with photographs, but officers allegedly approached him aggressively, trying to…
In a proactive effort to protect its customers and the general public from escalating fraudulent activities, Sierra Leone Commercial Bank Ltd (SLCB) has issued a press release warning about ongoing scams. The bank has expressed deep concern over recent reports of scammers exploiting its reputable brand to deceive individuals and steal their money. According to…
The Parliamentary Committee on Works and Public Assets of Sierra Leone conducted an extensive oversight visit on June 8th and 9th, 2024, to inspect ongoing road construction projects in Kenema and Kabala. Led by Honorable Ing. Habib Fabbah, the Deputy Chairman of the Committee, the delegation aimed to evaluate the progress and quality of work…
Tripartite refers to something composed of three parts. In the context of Sierra Leone, a new tripartite agreement is set to bring significant changes, promising benefits that will positively impact the country. Components of the Tripartite Agreement The tripartite arrangement involves: Purpose of the Tripartite Committee The committee was formed to address longstanding issues in…
The Leone Stars of Sierra Leone are set to face Djibouti today, June 5, 2024, in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team will also take on Burkina Faso on June 10, 2024. These matches are crucial for Leone Stars as they aim to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup, jointly…
Orange Sierra Leone (OSL) and Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA) have long been committed to reducing their environmental footprint. Today, their employees are stepping up to the plate, actively participating in various ecological endeavors on International Environment Day through the newly launched Orange Engage for Change program. This initiative underscores OSL and OMEA’s dedication…
In a recent development, the main opposition party, the All Peoples Congress (APC), has voiced deep concern regarding the persistent delays in salary payments to government officials across the nation. According to a special report by We Yone News on June 5th, 2024, the APC expressed dissatisfaction, asserting that such situations would have been swiftly…
President Joe Biden has announced plans to implement significant restrictions on asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border, aiming to address immigration concerns ahead of November’s elections. The newly revealed presidential proclamation will deny asylum to migrants when officials determine that the southern border is overwhelmed. Facing the fallout of a failed bipartisan border security deal…