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The Indian High Commissioner to Sierra Leone, Baisnab Charan Pradhan, convened with Sierra Leone’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security to explore collaborative opportunities in the agricultural sector, with a particular emphasis on food processing initiatives. The meeting took place at the Youyi Building and served as a platform to discuss the vast potential inherent in Sierra Leone’s agricultural landscape. During the discussions, High Commissioner Pradhan underscored the importance of establishing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Sierra Leone. He emphasized that such an agreement would lay a solid foundation for deeper cooperation in food production and processing.…

In a powerful demonstration of environmental responsibility and national pride, the Africell Impact Foundation has collaborated with the Commonwealth Games Sierra Leone and the Ministry of Tourism to host the King’s Baton Relay in Freetown, Sierra Leone. This event, which precedes the 2026 Commonwealth Games scheduled to take place in Glasgow, Scotland, served as both a celebration of sports and a rallying cry to combat the pervasive issue of plastic pollution, encapsulated in the slogan “Kip Am Klin.” The relay took place at the Africell Sports Zone along Lumley Beach Road, a location that underscores the significance of protecting Sierra…

In a step toward shaping the future of Sierra Leone’s democracy, Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay Esq., delivered an inspiring keynote address at the National Civil Society Dialogue focused on the country’s electoral reform. The event, held at the Bank Complex in Kingtom, convened a diverse array of stakeholders, including civil society organizations, electoral experts, political leaders, and international partners, all united in their commitment to discuss and determine the preferred electoral system for Sierra Leone. During his address, Attorney General Sesay articulated the profound implications of selecting an electoral system, emphasizing that it transcends mere technical…

Chief Justice His Lordship Honourable Justice Komba Kamanda presided over a swearing-in ceremony that welcomed two newly appointed judges to the Court of Appeal, seven judges to the High Court, and nineteen Notaries Public. This ceremony, held at the Main Law Courts Building in Freetown, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to enhance the judicial system in the country. The ceremony followed a unanimous approval from Parliament, which took place in May 2025, endorsing all eleven appointees. This parliamentary endorsement underscores the importance of judicial appointments in fostering a robust legal framework within Sierra Leone. The Executive Secretary…

In a transformative decision aimed at enhancing the governance of higher education in Sierra Leone, Parliament has officially repealed the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) Act of 2001, replacing it with the newly passed Tertiary Education Commission Act of 2025. This significant legislative change is designed to address over two decades of regulatory challenges that have hindered the effective functioning of the TEC and the quality of higher education in the country. The new Act was initiated by the TEC and piloted by the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education, receiving crucial support from the Parliamentary Committee on Tertiary and Higher…

Karpowership has announced that it will disconnect Freetown, Sierra Leone’s capital, at midnight today, June 12, 2025, due to significant unpaid debts by the government. This decision follows numerous requests to the Ministry of Finance to address an increasing backlog of unanswered payments. On May 28, Karpowership informed the Ministry of Energy that the government had failed to prioritise electricity payments, despite its ability to fund several other initiatives. This has raised concerns about the government’s commitment to providing essential services to its citizens. Earlier this year, in January 2025, a high-level delegation from the Sierra Leone government met with…

By Elizabeth Mamie Campbell His Excellency Ambassador Salamu Koroma of the Republic of Sierra Leone this week hosted a high-level meeting with Mr. H.R. Farnia, CEO of ARTA AGROCHEM, and his delegation at the Sierra Leone Embassy in Tehran to discuss potential investment in Sierra Leone’s agricultural sector.ARTA AGROCHEM, a prominent agro-industrial firm operating in both Iran and China, specialises in the production and supply of advanced agricultural inputs, including hydrochemical fertilisers and pesticides sourced from reputable international brands. Since 2016, the company has also been engaged in cultivating, processing, and exporting premium Iranian agricultural products such as pistachios, saffron,…

By Jeneba A. Conteh. In a significant legal development, Joseph Dumbuya and Ahmed Turay were formally committed to Freetown’s High Court on charges of treason and murder. Principal Magistrate Mustapha Braima Jah decided their appearance at Freetown Magistrate Court No. 1 on Tuesday. The duo faces serious charges, including conspiring to undermine the government and committing acts of violence that resulted in death. The charges stem from alleged incidents that occurred between November 11 and November 26, 2023. During this time, Dumbuya and Turay, along with unidentified accomplices, are said to have planned to seize control of several critical locations…

By Jeneba A. Conteh. In a recent court appearance, three men—twenty-year-old Anthony Kamara, a carpenter; twenty-five-year-old Alusine Sesay, a labourer; and twenty-five-year-old Josephus Mansaray, another labourer—were brought before Magistrate Augustine Brima Samura at Pademba Road Court No. 8, Freetown. They are facing serious allegations of conspiracy and burglary stemming from an incident at the LEOCEM Cement Factory. The trio faces charges of conspiracy, which is against the law, and store breaking under Section 26(1) of the Larceny Act of 1916. According to the case’s details, the accused conspired with unidentified accomplices to steal from the cement factory on May 27,…

In a historic move to modernise Sierra Leone’s criminal justice system, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay Esq., today laid down the *Criminal Procedure Act (Commencement) Regulations, 2025, Statutory Instrument No. 6 of 2025*, before the House of Parliament. This legislative milestone marks a decisive shift from the colonial-era *Criminal Procedure Act of 1965*, introducing a progressive legal framework aligned with international human rights standards.With the *Criminal Procedure Act (Commencement Regulations) 2025*, the commencement date for the Criminal Procedure Act 2024 has been set for the start of the next Criminal Session– *16 September 2025*. The new…