By: James Kamara-Manneh The Government of Sierra Leone has approved a new public–private partnership with Africell Sierra Leone aimed at reviving the state-owned telecom operator Sierratel, in what officials describe as a fast-track strategy to restore national telecommunications services. Announcing the decision at a press conference organised by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education,…
By: James Kamara-Manneh The opposition All People’s Congress (APC) is preparing to end its parliamentary boycott following what party officials describe as significant gains from ongoing negotiations with the government. Speaking to Epic Radio, Hon. Ibrahim Barrie confirmed that the party will soon direct its Members of Parliament to resume legislative duties after nearly two…
By: James Kamare-Manneh The All People’s Congress (APC) says it is making “encouraging progress” in ongoing face-to-face discussions with Government representatives aimed at advancing Sierra Leone’s National Unity agenda. The talks, which bring together senior officials from both sides, are being led on the Government’s part by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, with the…
By: Reginald Brain Ojukutu Sawyer Dr. Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai has formally declared his intention to contest for the presidency of Sierra Leone under the banner of the Sierra Leone People’s Party, signaling an early move in what is expected to be a competitive race for the party’s flagbearer position. Speaking during an appearance on the…
Sudan has raised its pledge to the African Development Fund (ADF), committing $3 million to support the Fund’s 17th replenishment. Sudan’s Finance Minister, Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim Mohamed Fediel, announced the contribution at the World Bank-IMF annual meetings in Washington, joining finance leaders from The Gambia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina. The Gambia,…
Sierra Leone has taken a significant step on the global financial stage, earning an alternate position on the Development Committee of the World Bank Africa Group One Constituency at a recent statutory meeting in Washington D.C. The gathering brought together finance leaders across Africa to discuss pressing economic policies. Representing Sierra Leone, Minister of Finance…
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) Sierra Leone marked Customer Service Week from October 14 to 18 with various activities to honor and appreciate its valued customers. The week-long celebration showcased the bank’s commitment to exceptional service and fostering strong community relationships. The festivities began with a Career Day, where staff wore outfits representing diverse professions, symbolizing…
Sierra Leone’s Deputy Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Madam Mamusu Patricia Komeh-Massaquoi, addressed the Regional Data and Community Development Forum in Sharjah, UAE, emphasizing the government’s commitment to enhancing human capital through education. At the inaugural forum, which focused on data-driven sustainable community development under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan…
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) stands as the world’s largest free trade agreement by number of participating countries, territory, and population. With 54 of the 55 African Union member states signed on, it encompasses a market of 1.3 billion people and a collective GDP of $3.4 trillion. The AfCFTA aims to enhance economic…
The World Bank Group has delivered a record $42.6 billion in climate finance for fiscal year 2024, reflecting a 10% increase from the previous year. These funds, allocated from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, support global projects aimed at tackling climate change, advancing clean energy, strengthening communities, and boosting economies worldwide. This historic…