In a historic move reshaping South Africa’s drug laws, President Cyril Ramaphosa has enacted the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act, legalizing the cultivation and possession of cannabis for personal use. This groundbreaking legislation positions South Africa as the first African nation to embrace marijuana legalization, a pivotal shift just preceding the May 27 general elections,…
Sierra Leone national team captain Steven Caulker has silenced critics questioning his fitness and age, assuring fans that he’s ready to deliver on the pitch if selected. In a recent interview with the delegation’s media team in Morocco, Caulker addressed concerns about his limited playing time this season due to a player-manager role he undertook…
FANT-Sierra Leone has unveiled plans for 2025, focusing on expanding artificial turf facilities and launching a scholarship program for top-performing students. Project Manager Mamadu “Atto” Bah announced that the organization, in collaboration with the Government of Sierra Leone, the Ministry of Sports, the National Sports Authority (NSA), and international partners, aims to introduce more artificial…
After one hundred days in office, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal faces the ongoing challenge of fulfilling his campaign promises while navigating early successes and criticisms. His administration has already made significant strides, particularly in reforming the justice system and initiating audits of public administration. These efforts are seen as pivotal in shaping the…
By: James Kamara-Manneh At the centre of Freetown, where history and identity have long converged, there is now an absence that speaks louder than words. Three years after the fall of the iconic Cotton Tree, the silence at its former site remains heavy with memory, reflection, and unanswered questions about the future. For centuries, the…