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NPAA Cracks Down on Illegal Mangrove Destruction and Sand Mining at Rogbangba Wharf

abefeoladimeji1May 5, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The Executive Director of the National Protected Area Authority (NPAA), Sheik Ahmed Tunis, on Friday led a high-level enforcement operation at Rogbangba Wharf in the Western Rural District, intensifying the government’s crackdown on illegal mangrove destruction and sand mining activities. During the visit, Tunis and his team encountered extensive environmental...

ECOWAS Unveils LPG Initiative in Sierra Leone to Drive Clean Cooking Transition

abefeoladimeji1May 5, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has unveiled a regional Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) initiative in Sierra Leone aimed at accelerating the transition to clean cooking and reducing dependence on traditional biomass fuels across West Africa. The initiative, known as the ECOWAS LPG 20/20 Programme, was officially launched...

Labour Ministry Highlights Reforms, Wage Increases, and Persistent Challenges Ahead of May Day

abefeoladimeji1May 5, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The Deputy Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Lansana Mohamed Dumbuya, has outlined a series of legislative reforms and policy measures aimed at improving workers’ welfare, while acknowledging ongoing challenges in Sierra Leone’s labour sector. Speaking at a labour conference held ahead of International Workers’ Day, Dumbuya highlighted the...

Labour Congress Calls for Institutionalised Social Dialogue, Commends Government Reforms

abefeoladimeji1May 5, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The Secretary-General of the Sierra Leone Labour Congress, Max K. Conteh, has commended the government for its ongoing labour reforms while calling for the institutionalization of social dialogue mechanisms to address workers’ concerns more effectively. Delivering his statement at the National Labour Conference and Social Dialogue Forum, Conteh described the...

Sierra Leone Labour Congress Marks May Day with Focus on Digital Era Work Challenges

abefeoladimeji1May 5, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The Deputy Secretary-General of the Sierra Leone Labour Congress (SLLC), Edward Y. Kamara, has outlined plans for this year’s International Workers’ Day celebrations, emphasizing the urgent need to confront emerging challenges facing workers in the digital age. Speaking ahead of the May 1 commemoration, Kamara disclosed that Sierra Leone will...

Road Accidents on the Rise… Who to blame?

abefeoladimeji1May 5, 2026

By Josephine Sesay The increasing rate of motor and trailer accidents in recent times is no longer just a concern; it is a national alarm that demands urgent attention. Almost every week, reports emerge of tragic crashes claiming the lives of young and promising individuals. Families are left grieving, communities are shaken, and yet the...

IGP Leads Cleaning Exercise

abefeoladimeji1April 30, 2026

President Bio Unveils 10,000 Clean Cooking Gas Canisters for Sierra Leone

abefeoladimeji1April 30, 2026

By Staff Writer His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has officially launched the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Programme in Sierra Leone, marking a major milestone in the country’s transition to clean and sustainable cooking energy. The high-level launch, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, introduced a pilot...

Outcry in Susan’s Bay After Fatal Stabbing Sparks Security Concerns

abefeoladimeji1April 30, 2026

By Josephine Sesay A wave of concern has gripped residents of Susan’s Bay following a fatal stabbing that has drawn renewed attention to security challenges in the community. The incident, which claimed the life of a resident, has prompted urgent calls for increased police presence and improved resources to address what locals describe as a...

World Bank Urges Stronger Regional Integration to Unlock Growth in Mano River Union

abefeoladimeji1April 30, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The World Bank Country Manager, Abdu Muwonge, has called for deeper regional cooperation among Mano River Union countries, emphasizing that coordinated investments, policy harmonization, and strategic partnerships are essential to unlocking economic growth across West Africa. Delivering a statement at a high-level forum, Muwonge highlighted the vast but underutilized opportunities...