Business

Health Minister Urges Renewed Political Commitment to End Malaria in West Africa

abefeoladimeji1April 30, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr Sierra Leone’s Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Hinga Demby, has called for stronger political will and sustained investment across West Africa to combat malaria, describing the disease as one of the region’s most pressing public health challenges. Delivering a statement at a high-level regional assembly, Dr. Demby emphasized that health...

VP Of Sierra Leone Commissions Leicester Peak Viewpoint to Drive Tourism Growth

abefeoladimeji1April 30, 2026

By Josephine Sesay The Government of Sierra Leone has officially commissioned the Leicester Peak Viewpoint, A marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to expand its tourism sector and promote economic diversification. The facility was inaugurated by Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, who described the project as a strategic investment aimed at positioning...

IGP Leads Cleaning Exercise

abefeoladimeji1April 30, 2026

By Josephine Sesay The Inspector General of Police, William Fayia Sellu, has led a major city-wide sanitation exercise across key areas of Freetown, in a move aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness and safeguarding public health. The operation, which drew participation from senior officers of the Sierra Leone Police and partner agencies, targeted major streets, drainage...

FLOOD WARNING AHEAD OF RAINY SEASON CITIZENS AND GOVERNMENT TO COMBAT DRAINAGE CHALLENGES

abefeoladimeji1April 24, 2026

‘Extreme’ wildfire warning issued for parts of Scotland

abefeoladimeji1April 24, 2026

A series of wildfire warnings have been issued for Scotland. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and Scottish Wildfire Forum (SWF) said there was a “very high” risk of incidents in western parts of the country on Thursday. They said the level would increase to “extreme” from Friday to Sunday. A very high-risk warning...

NMA Director General Calls for Decisive Action on Critical Minerals Strategy

abefeoladimeji1April 24, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The Director General of the National Minerals Agency (NMA), Ing. Alhaji Haji Daboh, has called for decisive, coordinated national action to position Sierra Leone as a leading player in the global critical minerals market, emphasizing that the country stands at a “historic inflection point” in its development trajectory. Speaking at...

Mines Minister Urges Strategic Control of Mineral Wealth for Industrial Growth

abefeoladimeji1April 24, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The Minister of Mines and Mineral Resources, Julius Daniel Mattai, has called for a bold and coordinated national approach to harness Sierra Leone’s vast mineral wealth, emphasizing the need for strong governance, regional cooperation, and industrial development to secure long-term economic transformation. Delivering a keynote address at a high-level stakeholders’...

NASSIT Commences Nationwide Hepatitis B Screening and Vaccination for Staff

abefeoladimeji1April 24, 2026

The National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT), in collaboration with Ramsy Medical Laboratory, has commenced a nationwide hepatitis B screening and vaccination exercise for its staff, as part of efforts to promote a healthier and more productive workforce. The initiative, which officially began on Monday at NASSIT’s headquarters on Walpole Street, is expected to...

NPAA Convenes Stakeholders to Strengthen Protection of Aberdeen Creek Wetland

abefeoladimeji1April 24, 2026

By Abass Mahmoud Sillah Jr The National Protected Area Authority (NPAA) has convened a high-level stakeholder meeting at the NPAA Conference Hall to address the protection and sustainable management of the Aberdeen Creek wetland, one of Sierra Leone’s critical ecological zones. Chaired by the Executive Director, alongside members of the management team and the Board...

RAP-SL Engages Community Headmen, Harbor Masters, Beach and Bycatch Monitors around the Western Area Peninsula

abefeoladimeji1April 24, 2026

The Reptile and Amphibian Program–Sierra Leone (RAP-SL) on Saturday 18th April 2026 organized a day’s awareness-raising campaign along the Western Area Peninsula shoreline of Sierra Leone for sea turtles, manates and mangroves at the Ocean View Center, Tokeh. The aim of the campaign is to ensure that sea turtles and manates are protected according to...