ChildFund Sierra Leone, in partnership with Medicine for All People (MAP), donated $25 million worth of medical supplies to the Ministry of Health on November 14, 2024, coinciding with World Diabetes Day. The donation ceremony, held at the Miatta Conference Centre Car Park, included stakeholders such as Ministry of Health officials, public health partners, and…
The 4th Triennial Synod of the Anglican Diocese kicked off on November 12, 2024, at Saint Augustine Church in Hill Station, Freetown. Diocesan Bishop Thomas Arnold Ikunika Wilson led the opening, urging a renewed commitment to faith and active community engagement. Drawing on the theme from Exodus 4:2, Bishop Wilson encouraged clergy and congregation to…
On November 12, 2024, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Environment, Hon. Jiwoh E. Abdulai, inaugurated a new project focused on minimizing mercury use in artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM). Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the initiative aims to formalize the gold mining sector and introduce eco-friendly mining practices. Held at the Family Kingdom…
Sierra Leone’s AFCON Qualification Path With two games left, Sierra Leone still has a shot at qualifying for AFCON 2025, but their fate depends on both their own performance and other Group G results. Scenarios for Qualification: In SummarySierra Leone needs two wins and a favorable Zambia vs. Ivory Coast result to keep their AFCON…
Sierra Leone has been chosen as one of six nations to lead global efforts to reduce maternal mortality and develop a strong midwifery strategy to enhance maternal healthcare. This announcement was made at a stakeholder consultation on midwifery priorities, held at the New Brookfields Hotel in Freetown on November 12, 2024. During the event, Chief…
Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG) has donated 1,200 bags of cement to support the construction of the Mabojama Community Primary School in Pujehun District. The school will include six classrooms, office space, a store, and wash facilities, ensuring a safe and accessible learning environment, especially during the rainy season. Bashir Koroma, CSR Coordinator for LRMG,…
Ascentonians and Rising Queens have earned their spots in the 2024/2025 Sierra Leone Women’s Premier League with strong playoff performances. Ascentonians topped the standings with 10 points from four matches, securing three wins and a draw. Their consistent play has positioned them as serious contenders for the upcoming season. Rising Queens claimed second place, winning…
Ecobank Sierra Leone and the National Minerals Agency (NMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing the country’s mining sector through collaboration, financial solutions, and streamlined processes. The agreement was signed by Ecobank’s Managing Director, Sebastian Ashong-Katai, and NMA’s Director of Mines, Peter K. Bangura, at NMA’s headquarters. Ashong-Katai expressed Ecobank’s commitment…
The Coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Bo has launched a project to improve conditions at the Bo West Division Police Holding Facility. Led by Bo District CSO Chairman Joseph Dominic Blakie, and backed by human rights advocate Emmanuel Thomas, the initiative involves the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) and Ministry of Health. Efforts include…
The Government of Sierra Leone has released its Fiscal Strategy Statement (FSS) for 2025-2027, forecasting steady export growth and a moderate rise in imports. Aligned with the Public Financial Management Act of 2016, the FSS provides a trade outlook that builds on recent export successes, especially in iron ore, and reflects evolving global demand. The…