HEAT CRISIS: Sierra Leone Must Prepare Now!

Ahead of COP31, the latest Lancet Countdown report finds that the health impacts of climate change are accelerating, with heat-related deaths, drought and other climate-related risks increasing faster than a decade ago, even as clean energy investments and climate action begin to deliver health benefits. A decade after the Paris Agreement entered into force, the...

By: Britta Zeltmann South West Water has been given the lowest possible environmental rating by the Environment Agency over high levels of pollution. The regulator downgraded the firm from two stars out of a possible four to one, meaning it is now considered a “poor performing company” for its environmental impact. It said it had...

Authorities evacuate 180,000 people as severe storm causes flooding, disrupting flights and train schedules. At least three people have been killed after Cyclone Arnab made landfall on India’s east coast, causing widespread damage and bringing heavy rainfall and wind speeds of up to 135 km/h (84mph). Trees fell onto highways and power supplies were disrupted...

The National Communications Authority (NatCA) has unveiled a suite of state-of-the-art telecommunications regulatory equipment at its headquarters, NatCA Tower, South Ridge/IMATT, marking a significant milestone in the Authority’s efforts to strengthen regulatory oversight, enhance consumer protection and support Sierra Leone’s digital transformation agenda. The unveiling brought together the Hon. Chief Minister, Dr. David Monina Sengeh,...

By: Alusine Ahmed Kargbo The Ministry of  Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS), in collaboration with the  Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) and the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), is strengthening efforts to expand  agricultural financing and attract private-sector investment to Sierra Leone’s agricultural sector. The initiative was highlighted at a high-level Banking Executives’ Roundtable...

Sierra Leone’s Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh urges citizens: weigh Proportional Representation merits while constitutional reform debate continues. He says broader political inclusion and stronger women’s representation remain key goals. Speaking at closing reflections on Day Two of the National Unity and Social Cohesion Conference 2026 at Bintumani Conference Centre, Dr Jalloh said addressing...

Development officials and United Nations representatives have called for concrete, coordinated action to expand youth employment, transform regional economies and equip young people with the skills and opportunities they need to drive sustainable development. The call came during the opening session of the 29th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee of Senior Officials and Experts for...

New York, October 2026 Foreign Minister Mohamed Rahman Swaray met Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont. Both officials discussed bilateral relations, multilateralism and Professor Charles Chernor Jalloh’s ICJ candidature. Sierra Leone seeks French support. Mr Swaray expressed Sierra Leone’s appreciation for strong bilateral relations and shared commitment to multilateralism, international peace and security, and the rule of law....

By: Sahid Bangura The Ministry of Planning and  Economic Development (MoPED) has called for stronger accountability, improved inter-ministerial coordination and timely action on district development priorities to enhance  project implementation and service delivery across Sierra Leone. The call was made on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, during a meeting of the National Steering Committee on District...