Sierra Leone · Desk
Reported stories, developing updates, and quick explainers from the newsroom
Rina's Empower Her Foundation offers free breast cancer screening to women in Freetown's Mabela community, promoting early detection and awareness.
Civil society leader King Kappr Thally Bah warns financial dependence on government institutions could undermine ability to demand accountability.
Sheriff Barrie praises former President Joseph Saidu Momoh for initiating Sierra Leone's 1991 Constitution.
Africell Impact Foundation, Oxford University Africa Society, and Fourah Bay College announce winners of 2026 Tech4Good Innovation Challenge in Sierra Leone.
Ukraine's water crisis worsens, drone attacks target Russian oil refinery and Belgorod region
Sierra Leone has secured a US$1 million grant from Indonesia for the Freetown–Tagrin Ferry Service to enhance maritime transport and economic development.
Democrats win control of US Congress in midterm elections, dealing blow to President Trump's policies
Sierra Leone's opposition MP Ibrahim Barrie calls for government accountability and improved economic management in presidential address debate.
Sierra Leone Police trains Freetown investigators on legal and court procedures to improve case handling and evidence presentation.
Sierra Leonean karate legend Victor Edward Amara, or Sensei Vic, appointed World 2nd Vice President of Commonwealth Karate Federation.
Sierra Leone's Native Consortium questions procurement, financial management and operational performance of 50 Waka Fine buses.
Sierra Leone's Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs partners with Ethiopian organisation PETCO to improve waste management and adopt circular economy practices.
