By Mackie M. Jalloh The National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) has announced a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming student accommodation across Sierra Leone, with plans to construct 8,000 modern student hostels across six major university campuses nationwide. The ambitious project reflects the Trust’s commitment to socially responsible investments that not only yield financial […]

By Mackie M. Jalloh In a bold move to modernize its operations and bring services closer to members, the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) has launched a comprehensive digital transformation initiative aimed at improving efficiency, accessibility, and transparency in pension administration. Acting Director General, Mohammed Gondoe, made the announcement during the official launch

By Mackie M. Jalloh A sweeping new law intended to safeguard the welfare of Sierra Leone’s children has reignited one of the country’s most divisive debates — the question of whether the state should criminalize Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). President Julius Maada Bio this week signed the Child Rights Act 2024 into law, an event

By Mariama Bundu In a vibrant display of intellect and patriotism, students from eight secondary schools in Bo District competed in an engaging Quiz and Debate Competition organized by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education on Monday, October 13, 2025. The event, which formed part of activities marking this year’s Civic Day Series, sought

By Sahr  Foa Mutturi 2025 scholarship beneficiaries and FTL/AGL Management The Country Representative of African Global Logistics (AGL) in Sierra Leone, Fabjan Kokan, has underscored the transformative power of education, describing it as “one of the strongest tools to change communities, nations, and the world.” Speaking during the donation of Le390,160 to 59 university students