In a significant move within the energy sector, the Office of the President has announced the immediate dissolution of the boards of directors for both the Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA) and the Electricity Generation and Transmission Company (EGTC). This decision, effective immediately, marks a notable shift in the governance structure of two key…
In Burkina Faso, the military junta led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré has recently endorsed a revised family code that includes stringent measures against homosexuality. This decision places Burkina Faso among the majority of African nations, with 22 out of 54 countries criminalizing same-sex relationships, often carrying severe penalties such as death or lengthy imprisonment in…
Authorities in Liberia confirmed Monday that 47 inmates escaped from a maximum-security prison in Kakata, 55 kilometers northeast of Monrovia, over the weekend. The Justice Ministry attributed the escape to a breach in the prison’s security system and expressed deep concern, assuring that steps are being taken to recapture the fugitives. Additional police officers have…
Dr. Simeon Owizz Koroma, the esteemed Chief Medical Examiner and Government Consultant Pathologist at the Ministry of Internal Affairs, has emerged as a pivotal figure in the ongoing Court Martial trial concerning the attempted coup in Freetown on November 26, 2023. As the 35th prosecution witness, Dr. Koroma’s testimony has provided vital insights into the…
The National Lands Commission (NLC) has launched an initiative to resolve land disputes and promote fair land ownership in Bombali District and across Sierra Leone. At an event in Bombali, Deputy Commissioner Susan M. Rogers introduced the district’s newly appointed staff: Mr. Amadu Kamara as District Land Commissioner, Lawyer Jeremiah James Vandy as District Alternative…
Former Leone Stars forward Kei Kamara scored his 145th MLS goal, tying Landon Donovan for second-most in league history, as LAFC played to a 1-1 draw with Austin on a rainy Wednesday night. Kamara’s dramatic equalizer came in the 90th minute when he outjumped his defender to head home Mateusz Bogusz’s corner kick. This goal…
By: Aminata Kamara Accountability and rights activists have intensified their calls for State House to publish the tribunal report on the suspended Auditor General, Madam Lara Taylor-Pearce, and Tamba Momoh. Speaking on Slik Television’s “Today Show” on Thursday, June 27, 2024, the President of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ), Ahmed Sahid Nasrella, emphasized…
At the 2024 Regional Open Day on Women, Youth, Peace, and Security held in Freetown on October 15th, Leonardo Santos Simao, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of UNOWAS, called for intensified efforts to promote gender equality in peace and security across West Africa and the Sahel. He praised regional progress on UNSCR…
Old Edwardians FC delivered a commanding performance as they triumphed 2-0 over Wilberforce Strikers at the SLFA Playing Ground on May 1st, 2024. It was a display of skill and determination from the May Parks boys, with Samuel and Alusine finding the back of the net to secure all-important three points for their team. Throughout…
President Julius Maada Bio will host President Faye on Thursday, June 13th, marking a significant diplomatic event between the two West African nations. This visit highlights the strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation between Sierra Leone and Senegal. President Faye, recognized as the youngest leader in the subregion, brings a fresh perspective and energetic leadership…