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Dr Rasha Named Among 100 Most Influential Women By Mackie M. Jalloh Dr Rasha Kelej, a globally respected leader in public health and women’s empowerment, has been honoured as one of the 100 Most Influential Women of 2025 by New African (UK). This prestigious recognition places her alongside some of Africa’s most revered leaders—including the […]

By Abubakarr Sesay A powerful narrative of Sierra Leonean talent meeting and exceeding the highest global standards is embodied in the career of Martin Samson Koroma, PMP, CPA, FCCA. Having successfully established the financial backbone for a life-saving national service in his home country, Mr. Koroma has demonstrated an extraordinary ability that continues to make

By Mackie M. Jalloh The Director General of Sierra Leone’s National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT), Mohamed Fuaad Daboh, has earned continental acclaim after being named Most Outstanding Personality in Public Insurance and Social Security in Africa at a prestigious global awards ceremony held in Accra, Ghana. The honour was conferred by Bold Solution

The Impact of ED James Bio at SLRSA By Mackie M. Jalloh The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) has, in recent years, emerged as one of the most impactful public institutions in the country’s transport and safety sector, thanks largely to the visionary leadership of its Executive Director, Mr. James Bio. Under his stewardship,

First Lady Fatima Bio Champions Youth Excellence By Mackie M. Jalloh The grand finale of Housemates Salone Season 4 became more than a reality television conclusion—it transformed into a national celebration of youth creativity, resilience, and aspiration, as Her Excellency Dr Fatima Maada Bio, First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone, graced the event

By Sahrfoa Matturie Lahai Lawrence Lema, a former senior official of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) who was dismissed from his government post by President Julius Maada Bio, has reignited political debate with his declaration that he intends to contest the 2028 presidential race. In an exclusive interview with Truth Media, Lema not only

How Authorities Failed the National Stadium Project By Mackie M. Jalloh When the gates of the Siaka Stevens National Stadium first closed in February 2022 for what was described as a “major rehabilitation project,” Sierra Leoneans were assured that the inconvenience would be brief. It was presented as a necessary sacrifice for national pride, a

By: Amb. Unisa Totti Fofanah Sorie Sulaiman Sesay, a proud son of the soil, has demonstrated a strong commitment to grassroots sports development by making a significant donation to the Bai Bureh Warriors Football Club The timely support comes as a morale booster for the team and underscores his continued dedication to uplifting football and