By: Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr FANT SL has used the power of football to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse among secondary school students through an inter-secondary school friendly football competition held at Monjasa Park, Murray Town Field. The initiative brought together students from four secondary schools: Murray Town Municipal Secondary School, Behesthi…
By: Marion P. George Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) and Non-State Actors on Public Financial Management have issued a formal demand for immediate accountability following a widespread failure by 44 public entities to submit their 2025 financial statements. The group made this disclosure on Monday, 4th May 2026, in a press conference held at its head…
In a monumental finale to her celebration tour, Madonna mesmerised an unprecedented 1.6 million fans gathered on the golden shores of Rio’s Copacabana Beach. The anticipation was palpable as enthusiasts, some having claimed their spots days in advance, while others enjoyed the spectacle from luxurious yachts or high-rise balconies overlooking the iconic scene. As the…
In a bid to tackle unemployment and close skill gaps in Sierra Leone, 50 youths have been certified in Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) training. The certification ceremony, held on September 13, 2024, at Eastern Polytechnic, Freetown, marked a milestone in an initiative funded by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) aimed at boosting youth…
Inspector General of Police William Fayia Sellu has called on traffic police officers to maintain high standards of professionalism and service delivery within the Directorate of Road Safety and Traffic Management. Addressing Divisional Traffic Officers (DTOs) and their teams on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess in Kingtom, Western Area, IGP…
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…
The Sports Writers Association of Sierra Leone (SWASAL) has re-elected Sahr Morris Jr. as President for another three-year term during their 2024 Triennial General Meeting and Elective Congress at the Wusum Hotel in Makeni. Morris Jr. narrowly defeated challenger Ishmael Saidu Kanu with 75 votes to 70 out of 151 ballots cast. The election, conducted…
At the Galiness Hotel in Bo, Sierra Leone, President Bio has reiterated his commitment to fulfilling the Big Five Agenda during his second term in office. Addressing a gathering focused on tackling the nation’s current challenges, President Bio emphasized the necessity for both himself and his team to deliver on their promises to the people…
The Mpox virus, also known as monkeypox, has resurged globally, causing alarm as multiple countries report new cases. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is particularly hard-hit, with approximately 18,000 cases and at least 500 deaths, over 70% of which are among children. The World Health Organization (WHO) is actively responding to the outbreak amidst…
South Africa’s beauty queen, Mia Le Roux, has withdrawn from the Miss Universe pageant in Mexico, citing health concerns. Her decision leaves South Africa unrepresented at the 73rd Miss Universe competition, despite her participation in rehearsals and events leading up to the finale. In a statement, Le Roux expressed gratitude for the support from her…