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The Chief Executive Officer of GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance, Dr. Sania Nishtar, has led a high-level delegation to pay a courtesy call on His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio at his residence ahead of the commemoration of the 2025 World Immunisation Week in Sierra Leone. The visit underscored GAVI’s commitment to supporting the government’s efforts in strengthening immunisation systems and improving child health across the nation.Welcoming the delegation, Minister of Health Dr. Austin Demby expressed gratitude to President Bio for granting an audience to the visiting team. He emphasised that the decision to host the commemoration of this year’s…

The Government of Sierra Leone has concluded the country’s first-ever National Labour Conference (NLC), hosted by the Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Labour Congress and the Sierra Leone Employers’ Federation. Held at the Miatta Conference Centre in Freetown from April 29 to May 1, 2025, the three-day event brought together government officials, labour unions, employers, development partners, and international experts to discuss critical issues affecting Sierra Leone’s labour market and workforce development.In his keynote address on May 1, the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Rtd. Brig. Julius Maada Bio reaffirmed the…

Amadu Juldeh Sowe, Managing Director of BSB International Limited In the heart of Sierra Leone, a revolution is quietly brewing in the flour industry, led by an inspiring figure whose journey from local baker to factory owner exemplifies the spirit of enterprise and community empowerment. Amadu Juldeh Sowe, Managing Director of BSB International Limited, has set a transformative goal: to turn Sierra Leone from a net flour importer to a net exporter. His ambitious vision aims not only to reshape the local economy but also to improve the entire West African sub-region. The challenges confronting Sierra Leone’s consumable commodity production…

Mohamed Gento Kamara, Chairman and CEO Of Gento Group of Companies (SL) Limited Gento Group, a pioneering local company led by visionary Chairman and CEO Mohamed Gento Kamara, is at the heart of Sierra Leone’s infrastructure renaissance. Gento Group is leading transformative projects, including the ambitious Banana Island Port, that are poised to reshape the country’s economic landscape. Mohamed Gento-Kamara’s journey exemplifies tenacity and drive. Kamara, a British Sierra Leonean, began his business career in South London, where he ran three mobile phone retail stores. His venture into real estate investments in Manchester, in collaboration with a UK company, laid…

By-SHOBHA SHUKLA – CNS The Lancet Commission on Gender and Global Health launched a new report in April 2025 on “achieving gender justice for global health equity” in Delhi, India. The report reflects how a lack of understanding of the link between gender and health is negatively affecting health outcomes. The report makes a very valid point that achieving gender justice in global health encompasses the realisation of universal rights about health equity and gender equality, while also addressing the drivers of gender-based discrimination and exclusion. This would improve health outcomes, reduce health inequities, and ensure more inclusive and equitable…

Alpha Ibrahim Sesay, Minister of Trade and Industry Sierra Leone has reaffirmed its commitment to multilateralism and inclusive trade during its Third Trade Policy Review at the World Trade Organisation (WTO), held from April 15 to 17, 2025. The delegation, led by Honourable Alpha Ibrahim Sesay, Minister of Trade and Industry, engaged with representatives from numerous WTO member states, emphasising Sierra Leone’s dedication to enhancing its trade policies and practices.This review is particularly significant as it coincides with Sierra Leone’s 30th anniversary of membership in the WTO. The Trade Policy Review Mechanism, under which these evaluations are conducted, systematically examines…

Air Sierra Leone has announced a significant expansion of its international operations, introducing direct flights between Sierra Leone and the United Kingdom, set to launch on April 26-27, 2025. This announcement follows the successful initiation of commercial flights between Freetown and Lagos just three months prior, marking a pivotal moment in the airline’s growth. The new route will be operated by the Boeing 737-8 Max, a modern aircraft capable of accommodating 189 passengers. Flights will be scheduled three times a week, departing from Gatwick International Airport on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 11:00 PM. Travellers can expect to arrive at…

In light of a recent fire incident at the State House on April 12, 2025, E-Fire Safety and Logistics Services took the initiative to demonstrate its advanced smoke detection and fire alarm systems to staff members of the Ministry of Works and Public Assets (MWPA). The demonstration, held in the Ministry’s main Conference Hall at New England Ville, aimed to educate and equip key ministry personnel with essential fire safety knowledge and technology.The event attracted high-ranking officials, senior management, and technical staff, all eager to learn about the state-of-the-art fire safety solutions offered by E-Fire Safety. The showcased system is…

Africell Sierra Leone has taken a significant step towards advancing digital empowerment in the country by opening its cutting-edge Learning and Training Centre on Wilkinson Road in Freetown. The unveiling ceremony, scheduled for Monday, April 14, 2025, was organised by Africell’s Impact Foundation and marked a watershed moment in Sierra Leone’s ongoing journey toward digital transformation and inclusive development.  The newly established facility plans to provide free access to a diverse set of digital learning resources, skill-building programs, and training opportunities tailored specifically to students, job seekers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. The centre is outfitted with cutting-edge learning infrastructure intended to…

By Jeneba Conteh Sahid Delwyn Saccoh, a 43-year-old man, has been transferred to the High Court to face serious charges of mutiny and possession of illegal drugs. Magistrate Santigie Bangura made this decision during a court session on April 14, 2025, after the prosecution presented testimony from six witnesses detailing Saccoh’s alleged involvement in activities aimed at undermining the authority of President Julius Maada Bio’s administration. The allegations against Saccoh date back to September 5, 2024, when he was allegedly aware of plans for a mutiny but failed to report them to authorities. Additionally, law enforcement officials discovered dry leaves…