By Marion Rion Bangura A diplomatic dispute is emerging between Sierra Leone and the United States over the implementation of an agreement allowing Washington to transfer certain non-citizen deportees to Sierra Leone, with a U.S. senator now questioning whether Freetown has complied with the terms of the arrangement. The disagreement has placed the Third Country […]
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By Mackie M. Jalloh Freetown’s commercial landscape is set for a major shift as the newly completed Sewa Ground Market prepares to officially open its doors on September 1, 2026, with all available trading spaces already taken by merchants. The full occupancy of the facility ahead of its formal commissioning signals strong demand for organised
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By Mackie M. Jalloh Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, is set to return to the global stage on September 4, 2026, to lead a renewed international push against Child, Early and Forced Marriage (CEFM), with a proposed United Nations resolution seeking the establishment of an International Day to End Child
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By Mackie M. Jalloh For Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, Chief Executive Officer of Merck Foundation, success is not defined by how often a person wins, but by what they choose to do after the outcome does not go their way.Her leadership philosophy is built around a simple but powerful principle: celebrate progress, learn from setbacks
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By Mackie M. Jalloh The Coalition of Former Presidents’ Wives of West Africa has paid glowing tribute to its late member, Mrs. Hadja Andrée Touré, describing her as a woman of exceptional dignity, resilience and unwavering commitment to the ideals of African unity and public service.In a condolence statement issued following her burial, the coalition,
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By Mahmud Tim Kargbo Monday, 22 June 2026 Every country discovers the value of infrastructure at the exact moment it realises it does not have enough of it. Economic resilience is rarely created during a crisis; it is built quietly through decisions made before uncertainty arrives. A nation’s ability to secure fuel supply is therefore
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By Mackie M. Jalloh The 13th Edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2026 has once again demonstrated the growing influence of strategic partnerships in addressing some of the most pressing health and social challenges facing developing countries.Held virtually on June 18 and 19, the annual conference brought together an impressive coalition of leaders,
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By Mahmud Tim Kargbo Friday, 19 June 2026 Public debates surrounding major investment decisions require more than strong opinions; they require facts, context and a careful understanding of economic principles. The ongoing discussion surrounding Aminata and Sons Sierra Leone Limited’s proposed petroleum storage expansion has attracted national attention because it touches on taxation, government revenue,
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By Mahmud Tim Kargbo Thursday, 18 June 2026 A country’s economic progress is often determined by the strength of the infrastructure that supports its ambitions. Behind every growing economy are systems that ensure businesses can operate, industries can expand and citizens can access essential services without unnecessary disruption. In Sierra Leone, one of the most
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By Mackie M. Jalloh In a world often captivated by dramatic breakthroughs, high profile achievements, and transformative moments, Rasha Kelej, CEO of the Merck Foundation and one of Africa’s leading advocates for health, education, and women’s empowerment, is drawing attention to a different force behind success one that is quieter, less visible, yet remarkably powerful.According
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