By: Mahamood Fofana Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) on Saturday, 11th September 2026, convened at the University of Makeni Auditorium to gain insight into the Sierra Leone Disability Assessment, Determination and Certification Pilot Phase II protocol. The initiative is being implemented by the University of Makeni, with support from the London School of Hygiene and […]

Africell Sierra Leone is taking its customer engagement strategy beyond corporate offices and service centres, bringing senior management and staff directly into communities and media spaces to listen to customers, respond to concerns and better understand how its services are being experienced across the country. The approach was demonstrated during the company’s Africell Customer Experience

The Aberdeen Aku Ebileh Foundation (TAAEF) on Monday 24th August, 2026 joined Muslims across the world to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon h Him). The event, which attracted community stakeholders, Islamic scholars, and worshippers, was held at the Kaabatuklah Masjid Madrasat, Cape Road, Aberdeen. Making his Opening Remarks , the Chairman

By Mackie M. Jalloh Introduction: The Unfinished Equation of Human Capital Across the bustling markets of Freetown, down the quiet, dust-laden roads of Moyamba, and deep into the rural agricultural heartlands of sub-Saharan Africa, a quiet revolution is taking root. It is a revolution not fought with weapons, but with notebooks, pens, and an unyielding

By Marion Rion Bangura Mercury International has handed over a One Million Two Hundred Thousand New Leones (NLe1,200,000) cheque to Saio—not his real name a businessman from Makeni, following his successful win through an accumulative bet on Mercury Football. The presentation marks another significant payout for a Mercury Football customer whose carefully placed accumulator ultimately

By Mackie M. Jalloh The Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA) has reported a steady rise in its financial contribution to the Government of Sierra Leone, transferring a combined US$19 million to the state between 2023 and 2025, as Parliament intensifies scrutiny of the performance of key public institutions. The figures emerged during an

By Mackie M. Jalloh Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, is set to take her long-standing campaign against child, early and forced marriage to the highest level of international advocacy when she joins the global conversation at the United Nations General Assembly on 4 September 2026. At the centre of her

Unlocking Women’s Empowerment at All Levels Across Africa By Mackie M. Jalloh Introduction: The Catalyst of Complete Inclusion Development is not a spectator sport, nor is it a process that can reach its full potential while sidelining half of its population. Across the vast and dynamic expanse of the African continent, a profound awakening is

Tolulope Fatunbi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Dorogis Limited, has been honoured with the prestigious African Entrepreneur of the Year Award – Mining & Natural Resources, recognising his outstanding contribution to the African mining sector and his advocacy for sustainable mining, mineral traceability, and technology-driven and responsible mineral development across the continent. This recognition

The Sierra Leone Association of Hotels has commenced a five-day professional training program for hotel and restaurant workers at Wusum Hotel in Makeni, as part of efforts to strengthen service delivery and professionalize the country’s hospitality sector. More than 50 participants from hotels, guest houses, bars and restaurants across the Northern Region are taking part