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Barefoot Adventure, a leading eco-tourism company operating in Sierra Leone, has announced plans to host an international sport fishing competition in Bohoi Village, Bonthe District, on 12 February 2026, in a move expected to boost eco-tourism, promote marine conservation, and stimulate local economic activity. The announcement was made by the Head of Barefoot Adventure, Mr. […]

Washington, D.C. — In a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Timothy Musa Kabba, met with Christopher Landau, Deputy Secretary of State of the United States, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. The high-level meeting, held at the U.S. Department of State, focused on building

By Mackie M. Jalloh The Director General of the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT), Mohamed Fuaad Daboh, has been elected Vice Chairman of the Africa Social Security Association (ASSA), marking a major milestone for Sierra Leone’s representation in continental social security governance. His election took place during ASSA’s 30th Governing Council meeting held

Africell Sierra Leone has formally recognized its Media Manager, Abdul Karim Sesay, for outstanding leadership and exceptional service, marking a significant moment of internal appreciation within one of the country’s leading telecommunications companies. The honour reflects Africell’s deliberate commitment to celebrating professionalism, strategic thinking, and dedication among its senior management and communications team. The recognition

By Mackie M. Jalloh The newly elected Secretary-General of UN Tourism, Shaikha Alnuwais, has pledged strong institutional support for the growth and transformation of Sierra Leone’s tourism sector following a high-level meeting with President Julius Maada Bio on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit in Dubai. Shaikha Alnuwais, who recently made history as the

By Mackie M. Jalloh The First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone and President of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has been named among the 100 Most Influential Women in Africa, an honour that reflects her growing continental impact and unwavering commitment to women’s

By Mackie M. Jalloh Mohamed Teslim Thomas, a distinguished Islamic scholar from Fourah Bay Community community, and Prince Walian has been appointed as the National Mufti of Sierra Leone, marking a major milestone in the country’s religious and intellectual history. His appointment places him at the apex of Islamic jurisprudence and religious guidance, making him

Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL) has formally presented a cash prize of NLe 30,000 to Abdul Bilal Mohamed Koroma, the winner of the 2026 Population and Housing Census Logo Competition, marking a significant milestone in the country’s preparations for the forthcoming national census. The cheque presentation took place during a media briefing on 16 January

The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay Esq., has traced the renewed national call for a new constitution to key post-conflict frameworks, notably the 1999 Lomé Peace Accord and the Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), describing constitutional reform as a long-standing national obligation rather than a partisan agenda. Mr. Sesay

Africell has entered into a strategic research collaboration with Oxford University to examine the economic and social impact of artificial intelligence tools in West Africa, with a particular focus on AfriGPT, Africell’s innovative SMS-based AI service. The partnership represents a significant step in understanding how emerging technologies can be adapted to low-income and low-connectivity environments