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An IMF team and the Sierra Leonean authorities held discussions on a new arrangement under the Extended Credit Facility; They made substantial progress towards understanding the authorities’ development objectives and the reforms needed to achieve macroeconomic stability and maintain debt sustainability; Discussions will continue over the coming months. Continued fiscal and monetary tightening, and preservation of reserves, will be critical in the meantime. An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mr Christian Saborowski, visited Freetown from April 8 to 12, 2024, to hold discussions with the Sierra Leonean authorities on their request for financial support under a new arrangement…
Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor A. Bah, on 17th April 2024, engaged Dr Stefan Friedrich, Head of the Department for Sub-Saharan Africa of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation in Germany, in bilateral discussions aimed at fostering increased cooperation and exchanges on advancing civic education in Sierra Leone. The engagement took place on the margins of the prestigious Berlin Moot 2024, held from April 17th to 18th, at the Humboldt Forum on the theme “Reshaping the Peace” in Berlin, Germany. Hosted by the Berghof Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organization focused on conflict resolution, the forum brought together global policymakers, experts, and…
Chief Immigration Officer (CIO), Hon. Alusine Kanneh (R) handing over the Ambulance’s key to Kenema stakeholder In a bid to effectively and efficiently support the President’s dream of providing quality healthcare delivery in the country, the Chief Immigration Officer (CIO), Hon. Alusine Kanneh, on Monday 22nd April 2024, donated an ultra-modern ambulance to the people of Gegbwema, Golahun Tunkia Chiefdom, and called on other political appointees to emulate the same. In his statement, Hon. Alusine Kanneh explained that his generosity in donating such an ambulance was a result of a bad memory of his late mother, who sadly died because…
The Mano River Union Women’s Peace Network (MAPWOPNET)–Sierra Leone, in collaboration with UNWomen, Irish Aid and the Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs, on Friday 5th April 2024, ended a day’s Training of Partners (TOP) on the United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325 (WPS) Resolutions/WPS Agenda and the Sierra Leone National Action Plan (SiLNAP) and some related Global, Regional and National Laws/Plans. The United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 was unanimously adopted by the UN Security Council on 31st October 2000. It came into force and calls attention to and recognizes ‘the brunt’ that women bear. They were also developed for…
Richard Caulker’s career reflects a significant contribution to both education and diplomacy, highlighting a life dedicated to service and leadership. Let’s explore his journey: Early Career and Education – 1929: Richard Caulker began his career as a Printing Instructor at the Albert Academy in Freetown, Sierra Leone. This role involved imparting knowledge of printing techniques, which was a vital skill for communication and education at the time. – 1931 to 1937: He furthered his education in the United States, studying at a college for six years. This period provided him with a broader perspective and deeper knowledge, enriching his…
The Sierra Leone Basketball Association (SLBA) received eight full sets of basketball jerseys as a kind donation from Dr. Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai Esq., Executive Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA). The donation, made at the NSA office on Signal Hill Road, illustrated Dr. Abdulai’s support for national sporting associations. Dr. Abdulai talked about how much he loved basketball and how much he respected the NBA during the presentation. He expressed his wish to establish ties with the Senegal Basketball Association, the organization that houses the NBA Africa hub. Though it was a modest gesture, the basketball jersey donation represented…
Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio and entourage leaving the plane. By Adrian Rauso The major metals trader hoping to seize control of Iluka Resources spinout Sierra Rutile has decried “doctored photos”, after a picture of Sierra Leone’s President disembarking a mysterious private plane surfaces. President Julius Maada Bio and his entourage have been snapped with a jet in the background that bears a registration linked to an address in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is the same address as the location of a Gerald Group office. The photos were said to be taken last month as President Bio…
The Sierra Leone Correctional Service (SLCS) recently made headlines after dismissing five prison officers involved in drug-related offences. The swift action taken by the SLCS management came after the discovery of illicit substances in the possession of several officers at the Freetown Male Correctional Centre. Officer 2CCO Musa Samura (2855) was caught with a package suspected to contain marijuana at the main entrance of the facility. This violation directly contravenes Section 22 (a) of the 2014 SLCS Act, which prohibits the possession or distribution of intoxicating substances within correctional facilities. As a result, Officer Samura was promptly dismissed from the…
Street vendors offer produce at a market after Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry pledged to step down following months of escalating gang violence, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti on March 12, 2024 [File: Reuters/Ralph Tedy Erol] By Doudou Pierre Festile and Micherline Islanda Aduel On March 12, Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry tendered his resignation amid escalating violence in the country. Ahead of his announcement, the Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM) met behind closed doors to craft a transition plan, which includes the creation of a presidential council and the appointment of an interim prime minister. Meanwhile, the United States backed yet another foreign intervention, promising $100m for…
Participants in one of the sessions in Kenema District By IPRP Communications Unit The Independent Procurement Review Panel (IPRP) has engaged stakeholders in Bo and Kenema from the Local councils, Private sectors, suppliers, contractors, civil society organizations and the media. These engagements took place at the Bo District Council Hall and Albertson Hotel in Kenema District on diverse dates over the weekend. These sessions aimed to create awareness and community outreach on the IPRP core mandate. Speaking during these sessions one of the board members James Koroma recognized the chairman of the IPRP Dr Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai for his effort…