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Sierra Leoneans are increasingly critical of the main opposition, the All People’s Congress (APC), claiming the party prioritises its political ambitions over the immediate needs of ordinary citizens. Critics argue that the APC has largely failed to put pressure on the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) to address the country’s deepening economic crisis, instead appearing to be focused on narrow political goals. Since the SLPP took office in 2018, prices for basic foodstuffs have risen dramatically, and many households are struggling to make ends meet. Residents across the country frequently complain about unreliable electricity, inadequate healthcare facilities, a shaky public…

March  2026_As part of ongoing diaspora engagements within the All People’s Congress, Abubakarr Kamara-Taylor accompanied Mustapha Azick Conteh (popularly known as Port Loko Borbor), the APC Diaspora Young Congress Leader, on a courtesy visit to Dr Ibrahim Bangura, a prominent APC flagbearer candidate.The engagement took place in the United Kingdom as part of preparations for the third edition of the APC Diaspora Young Congress Fundraising and Celebration Night, scheduled for March 28, 2026. The fundraising event will be a key platform for increasing diaspora support, mobilising resources, and strengthening party unity among APC members abroad.Strategic Engagement with Flagbearer AspirantThe meeting…

BnB CashApp, a leading platform for cross-border payments and digital financial services, has formed a new partnership with Vickie Remoe, a multimedia producer and entrepreneur. Remoe has been appointed Sierra Leone’s official brand ambassador, leading efforts to increase financial inclusion and simplify how Sierra Leoneans at home and abroad send, receive, and manage money. Remoe, who gained a large audience with the “Vickie Remoe Show” and has a track record of promoting African business growth, was chosen for her credibility and deep ties to the Sierra Leonean community. Aaron Desire, BnB’s Director of Digital Marketing, praised her efforts to spread…

March 2026, Sierra Leone’s Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay Esq., hosted Isha Johansen for a focused discussion on improving correctional services and expanding opportunities for women in custody. Johansen, who has previously served as President of the Sierra Leone Football Association, a FIFA Council member, a member of the CAF Executive Committee, and a member of the FIFA Foundation Board, has been actively involved in efforts to improve conditions at Freetown’s female correctional facility.The meeting focused on practical, innovative programs that support rehabilitation and social reintegration. Johansen described initiatives such as Football for Reform and Fashion for…

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs hosted a high-level meeting with a visiting Russian delegation to discuss potential opportunities for increased cultural exchange and cooperation between Sierra Leone and Russia. The Office of the Vice President facilitated the delegation’s visit, which included Hon. Sahr Emerson Lamina, who welcomed the guests and emphasised the importance of the engagement as a tool for identifying mutually beneficial areas of collaboration. During the session, participants worked on strengthening cultural ties through structured exchange programs. Presentations and discussions focused on promoting Russian culture and identifying opportunities for collaborative projects that would benefit both countries’…

President Dr Julius Maada Bio received a detailed progress report from members of the Presidential Council for Delivering Feed Salone at State House on Monday, emphasising the government’s determination to make the flagship initiative the foundation of the country’s response to long-standing food security challenges.The Presidential Council was established in October 2023 to ensure that Feed Salone provides measurable benefits to Sierra Leoneans by guiding agriculture’s transition from a largely subsistence activity to a productive sector that creates jobs and accelerates economic growth. At the meeting, President Bio described the council as a group of qualified Sierra Leoneans charged with…

Hon. Abdul Kargbo….Leader of the Opposition (Minority Leader) and chief boycotter. In a healthy democracy, an effective, people-centred opposition is equally important as a responsible government. In Sierra Leone, the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the main opposition appear to have broken the balance. The All People’s Congress (APC) is widely accused of prioritising narrow political goals over citizens’ basic needs.  Since the SLPP took power in 2018, ordinary Sierra Leoneans have faced a deteriorating economy and an ever-increasing cost of living. The rising cost of necessities has become a major source of dissatisfaction. Critics remind voters that Julius Maada Bio, then…

Mrs Juliana Sia Hawa Fallah has officially joined the Sierra Leone High Commission in the United Kingdom as Minister Plenipotentiary and Head of Chancery. Mrs Fallah, a veteran civil servant with a long and distinguished career, brings extensive experience in diplomatic representation and administrative leadership to the London Mission. Her previous assignments included working with the African Union Mission in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia, and the Sierra Leone High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya, where she gained experience in protocol, consular affairs, and mission administration. Colleagues anticipate that Mrs Fallah’s combination of practical diplomacy and managerial skills will strengthen the High Commission’s…

On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio met with Mamadou Tangara, the African Union’s Special Representative for Mali and the Sahel, at State House in Freetown as part of regional consultations to develop a roadmap for improved cooperation between the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).Sierra Leone’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Timothy Musa Kabba, welcomed the delegation and stated that Dr Tangara’s visit was intended to provide President Bio, who also serves as Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government,…

10 March 2026 — A delegation from Sierra Leone’s National Mandingo Union, led by its President and Mansa, Alhaji Kanja I. Sesay, paid a courtesy call on His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio at State House today to formally introduce the Union’s current leadership and report on recent activities aimed at fostering national unity and social harmony. During the meeting, the Union’s leadership briefed the President on a variety of initiatives aimed at promoting peace, national unity, and cultural preservation. Alhaji Kanja Sesay thanked President Bio for hosting the delegation and explained that the visit provided an opportunity to raise…