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By Mackie M. Jalloh A new chapter has opened for Sierra Leone’s media landscape with the appointment of Rev. Alusine Diamond-Suma as a Commissioner of the Independent Media Commission (IMC), the nation’s premier media regulatory body. The announcement by His Excellency Brig. (Rtd.) Julius Maada Bio is being hailed across the journalism fraternity and civil […]

By Mackie M. Jalloh In Sierra Leone’s evolving social security landscape, one name stands out for steering change and setting new benchmarks: Mohamed Fouad Daboh, Director General of the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT). Since assuming the helm of the institution, Daboh has transformed NASSIT from a bureaucratic system into a dynamic, forward-thinking

By Mackie M. Jalloh In the evolving landscape of Sierra Leone’s political environment, the role of dialogue and party cohesion has never been more crucial. Against this backdrop, First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio recently hosted senior figures from the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), including National Officers and members of the Council of Elders,

A devastating strike in Gaza City has claimed the lives of five Al Jazeera journalists, underscoring the extreme dangers faced by media workers covering the ongoing conflict. Among the victims was Anas Al-Sharif, a seasoned correspondent known for his in-depth reporting from northern Gaza, alongside Mohammed Qreiqeh, and photojournalists Ibrahim Al Thaher, Moamen Aliwa, and

By Mariama Bundu Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary stands as Sierra Leone’s premier tourism destination. For over three decades, environmental conservationist Bala Amarasekaran has dedicated himself to preserving the forest and protecting the nation’s iconic animal—the chimpanzee. His tireless efforts have made Tacugama not only a sanctuary but also a symbol of Sierra Leone’s commitment to wildlife

By Mackie M. Jalloh Fourah Bay, Freetown – In the winding streets of historic Fourah Bay, a quiet revolution is stirring — not through protests or political campaigns, but through the power of youth-led initiatives. Across Sierra Leone, young people face high unemployment, limited educational opportunities, and systemic marginalization, leaving many vulnerable to crime, substance

By Mackie M. Jalloh Parliament is often described as the heart of Sierra Leone’s democracy, a place where laws are shaped, and the dignity of national leadership is upheld. Yet on the day of the State Opening of the Third Session of the Sixth Parliament, that dignity was breached in full public view. What should

By Mariama Bundu In a country where public institutions are often measured by their ability to meet citizens’ needs with transparency, efficiency, and innovation, the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) continues to stand tall as one of Sierra Leone’s most impactful agencies. Under the able leadership of Director-General Dabor, NASSIT has undergone a

CSO’s Demand Action… By Mackie M. Jalloh The well of Parliament is supposed to be where the nation’s better instincts prevail—where representatives disagree with discipline, and dissent is dressed in decorum. What unfolded during the last State Opening of Parliament did the opposite. A chamber that should teach our children civics became a stage for