By: James Kamara-Manneh The implementation of Recommendation 38 of the Tripartite Committee Report has raised important questions about the timing of Sierra Leone’s next general elections and the possible political implications of the country’s 2026 census. Recommendation 38 addresses the use of census data for electoral purposes and boundary delimitation. It proposes that only data…
In a joint effort to strengthen child protection measures in Pujehun District, World Vision International Sierra Leone and Street Child Sierra Leone recently conducted a day-long training session on Friday, May 21, 2024. The event took place at Ndeleh Hall, Growth Center in Pujehun Town, focusing specifically on “System Strengthening for Child Survival – FY…
Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Universidad Católica Silva Henriquez (UCSH) in Santiago, Chile. The collaboration, formalized through UCSH’s ABC Lab, aims to support the implementation and enhance the output of Sierra Leone’s Civic Education National Strategy and Salone Community Service Learning (SCSL)…
By: Hafsatu Z Bangura The Magistrate Court in Kambia District has ruled to commit a case involving alleged female genital cutting (FGC) to the High Court of Sierra Leone. The charges include conspiracy and manslaughter, following the tragic deaths of two girls who were initiated into a practice called Female Genital Mutilation or Cutting. The…
After allegations of sexual harassment and breach of contract surfaced in court documents filed by his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, Kanye West has declared intentions to initiate legal action in response. West’s legal team refutes Pisciotta’s claims, labeling them ‘baseless’ and accusing her of ‘blackmail and extortion’ following West’s rejection of her advances. Pisciotta, who…
H&M’s Fashion Photoshoot Campaign is the Coolest Thing We’ve Seen Now that spring is finally here, it’s time to start transitioning your wardrobe from winter into the current season. That doesn’t necessarily mean put away all sweaters and coats, because as we know spring can be very fickle. But there are a few tricks to…
Severe flooding in northeastern Nigeria has left 30 people dead and over a million affected, according to authorities. A dam collapse in Borno state on Tuesday caused extensive flooding, displacing residents and submerging 15% of Maiduguri, the state capital. The dam collapse, triggered by unusually heavy rains, is the worst in 30 years. Authorities expect…
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….
Dr. Eldred Taylor, Deputy Minister of Energy, has swiftly installed a new transformer in Waterloo, just two weeks after the previous one malfunctioned. This rapid response reflects the government’s dedication to improving electricity access and infrastructure. During the installation, Dr. Taylor emphasized the importance of a consistent power supply, noting that President Julius Maada Bio…
During a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in New York on Thursday, Kenyan President William Ruto thanked the U.S. for its significant support to Africa, particularly in equipment and assistance. He highlighted the collaboration in South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo, emphasizing the need for continued partnership to address these…