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By Kemoh Saidu Sesay In a sobering revelation, Transparency International’s 2023 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) Report, which has spotlighted Sierra Leone’s ongoing struggle with corruption, reveals a landscape marked by persistent challenges. Released on 30th January 2024, the report paints a painfully detailed picture of corruption’s deep-seated roots within the nation’s public sector. Despite the snail pace of progress scored 34/100 in 2022 to 35/100 in 2023 and ranked 108/180 countries assessed, this staggering revelation suggests the nation’s battle with bribery, extortion, alarming embezzlement of public funds, political interference with the justice system, among others, continue to smash citizens’ hope of economic…
A six-man delegation from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, United Kingdom (CPA-UK) led by Lord Forster of Bath, on Monday 29/01/2024, paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of the Sierra Leone Parliament, Hon. Dr. Abass Chernor Bundu, in his Chambers at Parliament building in Freetown. Head of Delegation, Lord Forster, said they were in Freetown for a three-day training and experience sharing regarding a post-election seminar for Members of Parliament in the Sixth Parliament, after the polls in June last year. Responding, Hon. Dr. Abass Chernor Bundu welcomed the delegation and wished them a hospitable stay throughout their stay in the Republic…
By Augustine Sankoh The Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Mr Conrad Sackey, is attending the 2024 World Digital Education Conference in Shanghai, which is co-hosted by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China, the Chinese National Commission for UNESCO and Shanghai Municipal People’s Government. This year’s World Digital Education Conference is being held under the theme “Digital Education: Application, Sharing, and Innovation” in line with pushing forward digital transformation in education, as a catalyst for improving learning for all. The conference brought together over 600 participants, including high-level government officials, university leaders, international educational organizations…
His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has officially launched the country’s Medium-Term National Development Plan (MTNDP, 2024-2030), titled: “A Transformative Acceleration Agenda for Food Security, Human Capital Development, and Job Creation.” Speaking during the launching, His Excellency said the ceremony marked another defining moment in the history of a country with a new plan to set a future of unparalleled prosperity and progress. He referred to the document as a well-thought-out national development plan that would serve as the backbone of society, ensuring that the aspirations of Sierra Leoneans were not only being heard but were also being meticulously…
The Public Account Committee in the Well of Parliament on Monday 29 January 2024, met with the administration of the Milton Margai Technical University, during a probing session in Committee Room 1 on issues raised in the 2022 audit report. Interpreting the view of the Audit Service Sierra Leone about the institution after the audit report, the Committee made clear that it was an “Unqualified Opinion,” which means the record of the Milton Margai Technical University is Clean. The Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the institution, Prof. Philip John Kanu, succinctly addressed issues raised in the audit report. The Committee highlighted the issues…
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Sierra Leone Limited is pleased to announce the approval of Mohamed Alhajie Samoura by the Central Bank of Sierra Leone as the substantive Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of UBA Sierra Leone. The “No Objection” approval was received from the Bank of Sierra Leone on 30th January 2024, following the approval of his nomination by the UBA Group Office and the UBA Sierra Leone Board of Directors in December 2023. Having served as the Acting MD/CEO since February last year, Mohamed is the first Sierra Leonean to attain such a position in the bank, since the bank started its operations…
NP (SL) Limited has commissioned a state-of-the-art fuel station at Aberdeen Road in Freetown. The fuel station is popularly referred to as NP Aberdeen Road. The commissioning took place during an auspicious event that was graced by the Management and Staff of the petroleum importing and marketing entity, a representative from the Petroleum Regulatory Agency (PRA), the Proprietor of the new fuel station Hassan Sow, his family members and well-wishers. The commissioning of the strategically placed fuel station is a move for development that is geared towards expanding NP’s brand and market volume throughout Sierra Leone. During the unveiling ceremony,…
In a commendable demonstration of commitment to education, Africell Impact Foundation has partnered with the Government of Sierra Leone to celebrate Education Week, supporting the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education and the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education. This collaborative effort reflects the strides made in the education sector, marking significant progress for the nation. Education Week, a momentous occasion for Sierra Leone is an annual event aimed at recognizing and celebrating achievements, innovations, and advancements in the field of education. This year’s celebration is particularly special, with the Africell Impact Foundation playing a pivotal role in amplifying the impact…
Babadi Kamara As the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) prepares for its upcoming Presidential Elections in 2025, the candidacy of Babadi Kamara has emerged as a beacon of hope for the future of football in Sierra Leone. With a distinguished track record as the Executive Chairman of Bo Rangers FC and the Founder/CEO of Southern Arena, Babadi Kamara has demonstrated exceptional leadership, vision, and dedication to the sport. Here are several reasons why he is the best man for the SLFA Presidency: First and foremost, Babadi Kamara brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. His successful tenure as…
Thomas Dixon is a Giraffe Hero, a Sierra Leonean investigative journalist, the Managing Editor at New Age Newspaper, and an editor with Salone Times Newspaper. On February 10, 2023, he almost lost his life. Dixon: “I could have been killed by two police officers who were chasing a bike that was carrying me around Guy Street at Krootown Road. Sustained serious injuries.” The attack was presumed to be a result of Dixon’s journalism. He had been examining a series of fraud and graft cases involving several mining companies as well as public and private members of society with ties to…