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In a powerful and forward-looking event that blended scholarship, experience, and vision, Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to Türkiye, Dr. Francess Virginia Anderson, launched a collection of five landmark publications—including four scholarly journals and a strategic book titled “Framework for Economic Diplomacy and Bilateral Growth: Lessons from Ghana.” The event, held at the Foreign Service Academy in

By Mariama Bundu In a bid to modernize public services and strengthen national development frameworks, several government agencies rolled out major initiatives and updates during a press briefing held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education, the briefing offered a comprehensive look at national planning, education, digital reform,

By Mackie M. Jalloh In a warm and symbolic gesture that blended politics with personal connection, Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, opened the doors of the Presidential Lodge to host a distinguished post-conference dinner for members of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) Diaspora. But beyond the grandeur of the

By Mackie M. Jalloh A strategic shift in petroleum pricing has helped the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NPRA) deliver a significant financial boost to Sierra Leone’s treasury, exceeding revenue expectations by NLe104.1 million. The impressive performance was made public by Minister of Finance, Ahmed Sheku Fantamadi Bangura, during his presentation of the 2025 Supplementary Budget

By Mackie M. Jalloh Fourah Bay, Freetown – A wave of optimism is sweeping through the Fourah Bay community as the Brotherhood Organization prepares to host one of the most impactful youth-focused events in the region — the Fourah Bay Youth Forum, scheduled for Saturday, September 7, 2025, at the Laura Dove School on Dan

By Mackie M. Jalloh In a major stride toward decentralizing licensing services and improving road user access across Sierra Leone, the Deputy Minister of Transport and Aviation, Mr. Rex Bhonafa, has officially launched the first Mobile Licensing Vehicle (MLV) under the management of the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA). The unveiling ceremony took place

By Mackie M. Jalloh In a bold stride toward bridging the social security gap in Sierra Leone’s private sector, the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) and the Sierra Leone Bar Association have united to champion pension inclusion for the country’s legal professionals. The two institutions hosted a pivotal one-day seminar on July 29,