Iceland’s Head of Mission, Ásdís Bjarnadóttir, alongside World Food Programme (WFP) Country Director, Yvonne Forsen, visited Bonthe Island from November 18 to 20, 2024, to monitor the implementation of the Home-Grown School Feeding (HGSF) initiative. Funded by Iceland’s $2.4 million donation, the programme provides nutritious meals to over 40,000 schoolchildren across 184 public schools in…
President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has urged the Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) to address new and evolving threats in combating money laundering and terrorism financing. Speaking at GIABA’s 42nd Technical Commission and Plenary Session in Freetown, he emphasized the need for actionable strategies to enhance regional efforts…
Cricket Sierra Leone (CSL) has unveiled its Women’s T20 Premier League on Saturday, November 24, 2024, with two exciting matches at the Prince of Wales School Oval. Featuring eight teams, the league aims to elevate women’s cricket and foster gender equality in the sport. The opening match saw Crusaders face Mid-West in a tight contest….
On November 22, 2024, Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Communication, Technology, and Innovation and Guinea’s Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications, and Digital Economy signed a framework agreement to enhance cooperation in telecommunications and the digital economy. The ceremony, held at Atlantic Hotel, Freetown, marked a significant step in fostering cross-border connectivity and economic growth through digital innovation….
The European Union Delegation in Sierra Leone recently concluded its annual film festival, spotlighting domestic violence against women. Held from November 11th to 24th, 2024, at Freetown’s New City Hall, the event attracted actors, filmmakers, and key stakeholders under the theme “United to End Violence Against Women and Girls.” Through films like Clash of Era,…
As 2024 winds down, the government faces a significant challenge in meeting its domestic revenue target. By the end of September, total revenue stood at NLe12.04 billion—short of the budgeted NLe16.62 billion, leaving a gap of NLe4.58 billion (27.5%). With only three months remaining, October through December will be crucial for bridging this shortfall. Historically,…
Sierra Leone has appointed Edouard Talnan as the new Census Technical Adviser (CTA) to support the country’s 2025 Population and Housing Census (PHC). Introduced by UNFPA Deputy Country Representative Sibeso Mululuma on November 22, 2024, at the Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL) office, Talnan brings extensive experience, including overseeing Liberia’s recent census. UNFPA Country Representative…
The General Manager of African Global Logistics (AGL), Mr. Maroon Ablaad, has reaffirmed the company’s dedication to education as a core focus of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This pledge was demonstrated through the donation of 1,000 school bags, books, pens, pencils, and dictionaries to community stakeholders in Freetown. The donation event, held on November…
On November 20, 2024, Deputy Minister II of Agriculture and Food Security, Sahr Hemore, joined the European Union (EU) and private sector representatives to inaugurate a multifunctional processing center for Orange-fleshed Sweet Potatoes in Matotaka Village, Bombali District, Northern Sierra Leone. Constructed by Mankind Activities for Development Accreditation Movements (MADAM) with EU and government support,…
UNICEF-Sierra Leone marked World Children’s Day on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, with lively celebrations at the Sierra Leone Football Academy in Kingtom, Freetown. The event, themed “Listen to the Future,” highlighted children’s rights, concerns, and talents through football, music, and dance. Schoolchildren shared letters addressing issues like child marriage, child labour, and overcrowded classrooms. UNICEF…