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By Mackie M. Jalloh At the 7th African Union–European Union Summit held in Luanda, Angola, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone delivered a forceful message that resonated far beyond the conference hall: Africa is ready to renegotiate its place in the global system—and this time on its own terms. The President, who also serves […]

President Bio Hails Local Coffee Makers By Mackie M. Jalloh In a powerful endorsement of homegrown talent and innovation, President Julius Maada Bio has called for renewed national pride in locally produced goods, particularly highlighting Sierra Leone’s emerging coffee and beverage industry as a symbol of resilience, creativity, and sustainable growth. Speaking at the Manufacturers’

SierraTec Secure Co. is redefining Sierra Leone’s agricultural landscape with a bold new vision for sustainable farming, following a major national recognition that solidified its leadership in the country’s drive toward food self-sufficiency. The technology-driven agribusiness was recently honoured with a Presidential Certificate of Excellence from His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio during the World

By Mariama Bundu Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Honourable Chernor Bah, has once again brought pride to the nation after being named West Africa’s Best Minister of Information by the Africa Diaspora Journalists Network (ADJN) and Afriqu Europe Magazine. The prestigious recognition celebrates Minister Bah’s exceptional leadership, professionalism, and reform-driven approach in

By Mariama Bundu Under the dynamic leadership of Director-General Mohamed Daboh, the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) has continued to redefine social protection and financial security in Sierra Leone. Over the past few years, DG Daboh’s strategic vision and commitment to excellence have propelled NASSIT into a new era of efficiency, transparency, and

By Mackie M. Jalloh Africell has once again placed Sierra Leone and The Gambia on the global creative map, earning international recognition for its groundbreaking docuseries, One Week in… with Pelumi Nubi. The series, which explores the vibrant cultures and daily lives of people across the two West African nations, has been shortlisted in the

By Mackie M. Jalloh Sierra Leone’s ambitious Feed Salone Initiative is beginning to yield visible results, as local markets across the country report a steady decline in rice prices—signaling renewed confidence in the nation’s food security agenda. The initiative, launched under the leadership of President Julius Maada Bio, has been hailed as one of the

By Mackie M. Jalloh Sierra Leone has positioned itself as a burgeoning hub for agricultural investment with the successful hosting of its inaugural Agri-Food Investment Summit. The event, held in Freetown, brought together over 25 international investors and 40 local companies to explore opportunities across the country’s thriving agricultural sector. President Julius Maada Bio, addressing

By Mackie M. Jalloh In a striking showcase of Sierra Leone’s growing manufacturing strength, MR Distillers and One Africa took center stage at the Ministry of Trade and Industry’s Bintu Mani International Conference, reaffirming their reputation as pioneers in local food production. The event, held at a distinguished venue and attended by government officials, investors,

By Mariama Bundu Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Hon. Chernor Bah, joined global leaders including President Emmanuel Macron of France, President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia, Prime Minister Edi Rama of Albania, and President Maia Sandu of Moldova at the International Conference on Information Integrity and