For Every Generation, Vaccines Work — Securing Africa’s Health Future

April 30, 2026

First Lady Fatima Bio and fellow continental leaders are calling for renewed commitment to immunization as Africa Vaccination Week highlights vaccines’ life-saving impact across generations. While progress continues, millions of children remain unvaccinated due to gaps in access, trust, and financing, prompting urgent calls for stronger health systems, community engagement, and sustained investment to ensure equitable vaccine coverage across Africa.

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South Sudan: Airline suspended after 14 die in plane crash near Juba

April 30, 2026

Authorities in South Sudan say they are investigating a deadly plane crash near Juba that killed all 14 people on board. Initial reports by the SSCAA indicate extreme weather caused the accident. The airline has been suspended.

APC, SLPP pick up fight again over electoral reform

April 23, 2026

Political tensions are escalating between the APC and the ruling SLPP over proposed electoral reforms, despite a mediated agreement setting a December 2026 deadline. Disputes over electoral restructuring, the census, and use of a proportional representation system highlight fragile political consensus and raise concerns about the country’s democratic stability ahead of the 2028 elections.

Orange unveils plan to drive digital inclusion across Africa and Middle East

April 23, 2026

Orange unveils a five-year strategy to expand digital inclusion, boost 4G/5G networks, grow mobile money services, invest in infrastructure, and empower youth across Africa and the Middle East.

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Sierra Leone confronts its ‘English’ crisis affecting every child

April 22, 2026

Sierra Leone is facing a deepening English language crisis after poor West African Senior School Certificate Examination results exposed widespread literacy gaps affecting students nationwide. From weak early-grade reading skills to regional inequalities, thousands are being locked out of higher education and job opportunities, prompting urgent reforms by the education ministry to improve literacy, teacher training, and access to learning resources.

Traveler from Sierra Leone caught with $2.7m cocaine in Hong Kong

April 22, 2026

A 36-year-old traveler from Sierra Leone has been arrested in Hong Kong after customs officers at Hong Kong International Airport discovered 3 kilograms of cocaine hidden in her luggage, with an estimated street value of $2.7 million.

Digital Innovation Expands Opportunities as Sierra Leone’s Tech Ecosystem Grows

April 21, 2026

Sierra Leone’s technology sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by innovation and increased investment in digital infrastructure. Startups and tech entrepreneurs are developing solutions that address local challenges and create new economic opportunities. The rise of mobile technology has played a significant role in this transformation. Digital payment systems, online marketplaces, and mobile applications are...

Africell injects $2m to revive state-owned telecom Sierratel

April 21, 2026

The government has announced a major step toward revitalizing Sierra Leone’s moribund state-owned telecommunications company, Sierratel, through a strategic private sector partnership with Africell. Speaking at the government weekly press conference on Tuesday, the Minister of Communication, Technology and Innovation, Salima Monorma Bah, said a 10-year partnership agreement between Sierratel and Africell has been approved...

Africell and NBA Africa inspire future stars at Freetown youth basketball clinic

April 18, 2026

More than 350 young athletes in Freetown benefited from a two-day basketball clinic hosted by Africell in partnership with NBA Africa, aimed at developing grassroots talent and promoting youth empowerment through sports. The initiative, supported by the Sierra Leone Basketball Federation, highlights growing investment in basketball development, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities for young people in Sierra Leone.

Government tightens immigration controls for foreign nationals, warns against non-compliance

April 15, 2026

The government this week announced that all foreign nationals residing or working in the country must now obtain valid biometric residence and work permits, as the old paper-based documentation is no longer valid. Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security and the Sierra Leone Immigration Department affirmed that failure to comply with this directive, which...

Afri Student Club: Africell rolls out NLe1 million in rewards for students across Sierra Leone

Africell Sierra Leone is rolling out about NLe1 million in cash prizes, Samsung smartphones, airtime and MiFi devices to school children through its Afri Student Club.

Tanzania VP gives Indian contractor warning over Songea-Tunduru-Masasi transmission line delays

Tanzania’s Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi has ordered Kalpataru Projects International to replace its site manager, saying work on the 220-kilovolt Songea-Tunduru-Masasi transmission line is far behind the contractor’s own schedule.

2027 Africa Elections: Tinubu, Ruto Face Re-election Test Amid Economic and Political Pressure

Nigeria's Bola Tinubu and Kenya's William Ruto are heading towards crucial 2027 elections as economic hardship, opposition pressure and concerns over democratic freedoms put their records in the spotlight.

Liberia: AMR secures deal to revive Putu iron ore project

Africa Metallic Resources has signed a binding agreement with Liberia’s government, executed a Severstal share purchase deal and won approval for a change of control to develop the Putu iron ore project.

School meals in Sierra Leone: Japan, WFP sign $1.25 million grant

A new JPY 200M (US$1.25M) Japanese grant will provide nutritious school meals to nearly 30,000 children in Pujehun district and buy rice from local smallholder farmers.

Afri Student Club: Africell rolls out NLe1 million in rewards for students across Sierra Leone

Tanzania VP gives Indian contractor warning over Songea-Tunduru-Masasi transmission line delays

2027 Africa Elections: Tinubu, Ruto Face Re-election Test Amid Economic and Political Pressure

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School meals in Sierra Leone: Japan, WFP sign $1.25 million grant

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