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…
In a riveting clash between Bundesliga contenders, Bayer Leverkusen showcased their prowess with a sensational 12th-minute goal by Granit Xhaka, launching them on a trajectory towards a breathtaking victory. Frankfurt, however, refused to yield, as Hugo Ekitike’s precise header drew them level, capitalizing on an impeccable delivery from Fares Chaibi that eluded Leverkusen’s defense. Undeterred,…
Former Finance Minister Patricia Laverly has been warned she will face remand if she fails to attend her next court session on December 4, 2024. Magistrate Santigie Bangura, presiding at Pademba Road Court No.2, issued the warning after Laverly missed several hearings, citing health issues. Laverly faces charges of grievous bodily harm and assault stemming…
The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) has issued a press release on July 9th explaining its absence from the Government’s weekly press conference. The release, attributed to its Coordinator, Abu Bakarr Kamara, underscored the organization’s commitment to transparency and accountability. According to Kamara, BAN’s decision not to attend the press conference was driven by concerns over…
On Monday, Ali Ibrahim Alhajie, Head of Mission for Saudi Arabia, celebrated the 94th National Day with a gathering of stakeholders and government officials at the Radisson Blu in Aberdeen. He reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to ongoing development assistance in Sierra Leone. In his speech, Alhajie expressed gratitude to President Julius Maada Bio and the…
After a terror incident involving a church stabbing in Sydney, Australia has ceased its legal efforts to remove graphic footage from Elon Musk’s social media platform X. The attack on bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel led to riots outside Christ The Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley in April, and concerns were raised about the potential for…
The death toll from a fire at Hillside Endarasha Primary School in Nyeri, central Kenya, has risen to at least 21 after more bodies were found over the weekend. Nineteen bodies were recovered at the scene, while two children succumbed to their injuries in hospital. According to government pathologist Johansen Oduor, the bodies were severely…
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…
ChildFund Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), has officially handed over a newly constructed three-classroom block to Services Secondary School in Juba, Freetown. The ceremony, held on November 28, 2024, marked a significant step in supporting the government’s Free Quality Education initiative. The project also included a solar-powered borehole, 16…
Aminata Wurie, Governance Specialist with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sierra Leone, recently shared her assessment of the 2023 elections, highlighting key challenges and successes during an event at Fourah Bay College. Key Challenges Notable Successes Recommendations for Future ElectionsWurie proposed expanding biometric voter registration, deploying mobile registration units to underserved areas, and…