The National Sports Authority (NSA) convened a crucial meeting today at City Hall View Conference Room, gathering eighty stakeholders from sixty-one organizations to finalize plans for the National Sports Development Fund. This initiative aims to boost sports development across Sierra Leone. Key discussions focused on the draft statutory instrument detailing the Fund’s governance, revenue sources,…
Orange Sierra Leone has announced the successful completion of repairs on the ACE (Africa Coast to Europe) submarine cable, marking a crucial milestone in restoring and enhancing international telecommunications connectivity. The ACE cable, a vital link in global communication infrastructure, recently underwent comprehensive repairs to address operational challenges, with Orange partnering closely with Zoodlabs to…
Citizens in southern Sierra Leone are raising alarms about the National Civil Registration Authority (NCRA)’s inadequate efforts to inform the public about the impending deadline to obtain national identification cards. Abdulai J. Sillah, a prominent civil society activist, expressed deep disappointment with NCRA’s perceived neglect in raising awareness about this crucial national initiative. “The NCRA…
Rainbo Initiative has released its 2023 Annual Report on the Fight Against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence. The report documents that 2,763 survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) sought refuge in various centers across Sierra Leone. Of these, 2,743 were female survivors, with monthly figures ranging from 164 to 289. Male survivors, though fewer, totaled 20 cases…
The National Youth Service (NYS) has reopened its application portal for the seventh batch on June 15, 2024. This initiative aims to support youth empowerment and employment by inviting graduates to apply for recruitment, training, and deployment in December 2024/25. The NYS program targets young Sierra Leonean graduates aged 18 to 35, equipping them with…
In its poverty alleviation and social development initiative, the Chinese Embassy in Freetown has disbursed Nle 350,000 for constructing a footbridge in Bo District. This funding is part of the embassy’s commitment to supporting infrastructure projects that enhance local communities. The Information, Education, and Communication Unit of NaCSA reported that these funds resulted from previous…
The Police Commissioner of the East, Andrew Mustapha Kamara, and the Kenema City Mayor led a joint patrol from June 19 to 30, 2024, to ensure peace and stability in the city. This “show of strength” exercise, organized by security officials, decision-makers, and community stakeholders, aimed to reassure residents of their safety. The patrol included…
The Sierra Leone National Fire Force has issued a public notice inviting applications for the 2024 recruitment of Cadet Station Officers and Firefighters. Applicants must be Sierra Leonean, physically and mentally fit, with no criminal record. Criteria for Station Officer Cadet (Grade 7): Criteria for Firefighter Drivers (Grade 3): General Requirements for All Applicants: Additional…
Recent scrutiny by the Public Accounts Committee has highlighted concerns over Sierra Leone Commercial Bank’s (SLCB) loan practices, particularly regarding politically exposed persons (PEPs). An audit revealed loans totaling SLE 41,448,000 disbursed to PEPs by December 31, 2022, without clear policies in place. In response, Victor Thomas Biandoma, Esq., SLCB’s Director of Corporate Affairs, defended…
A man identified as Mohamed Habib Bawoh was arrested around 5:00 am on Thursday, June 20, 2024, in possession of a locally made pistol, two single-barrel cartridges, and a knife. Bawoh, a resident of 24 Dama Road, was apprehended at the Dama Road checkpoint in Kenema during a routine search. The checkpoint officers discovered the…