SLPHA chief urges African ports to embrace AI and cybersecurity

October 22, 2026

SLPHA Director General Yankuba Askia Bio has urged African ports to adopt AI and strengthen cybersecurity as continental leaders explore ways to improve efficiency, resilience and trade competitiveness at COPAF 2026 in Morocco.

Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu poses with government officials, police and security personnel during a condolence visit at the Niger State Government House following the deaths of 37 suspected miners in NSCDC custody.

Nigeria probes death of 37 miners in NSCDC custody

September 24, 2026

Official investigation into the deaths last Thursday of 37 miners held in NSCDC custody has begun, with the ten-member panel expected to conclude its findings within two weeks.

Jos Leijdekkers, also known as Bolle Jos, pictured attending a church service in Tihun, Sierra Leone, on 1 January 2025.

Dutch cocaine kingpin ‘remains at large in Sierra Leone’ — EU Parliament

September 17, 2026

The European Parliament has formally adopted a resolution addressing international drug trafficking that explicitly names Sierra Leone and highlights convicted Dutch drug kingpin Jos Leijdekkers, who “remains at large” in the country. As security deepens at major European ports, lawmakers noted that criminal syndicates are increasingly shifting their logistical hubs to West Africa, prompting calls for expanded joint maritime surveillance, intelligence sharing, and judicial cooperation.

Liberia: Former vice president Jewel Howard-Taylor charged in drug trafficking probe

August 21, 2026

Liberian former vice president has been charged with drug trafficking, money laundering and other offences as authorities intensify a crackdown on a suspected transnational narcotics network. Justice Minister N. Oswald Tweh says no political office or connection will shield anyone involved in the criminal enterprise.

Liberia: President Boakai fires top government, security officials linked to drug trafficking

July 31, 2026

Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has dismissed 12 senior security and government officials connected to cocaine trafficking cases and ordered prosecution of all those involved in recent cocaine seizures of over $300 million, signalling a strong political will to dismantle narcotics networks and restore public confidence in state institutions.

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye elected chairman of ECOWAS

Meet the New ECOWAS Chairman: Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye

July 22, 2026

West African leaders unanimously elected Senegal's President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, as the new Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government at the 69th Ordinary Summit in Sierra Leone. Succeeding President Julius Maada Bio, Faye assumes the regional leadership at a pivotal time as ECOWAS confronts pressing security, governance and economic challenges across the sub-region.

Nigeria's central bank revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks

CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks over regulatory breach

July 1, 2026

Nigeria's central bank has revoked the licences of 46 microfinance banks over regulatory violations, a move aimed at strengthening financial stability, protecting depositors, and restoring confidence in Africa's largest economy.

Mahama releases GH¢300 million after deadly flood

Ghana: President Mahama releases GH¢300m for flood relief, mitigation

July 1, 2026

President Mahama approved the release of GH¢300 million (about US$26.73 million) from Ghana's national contingency fund to support flood relief and long-term mitigation efforts after devastating floods in Accra claimed at least 12 lives and displaced more than 38,000 people.

Nigeria ex-power minister jailed 75 years for $24.6m fraud

May 13, 2026

A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced former Nigerian Power Minister Saleh Mamman to 75 years in prison in absentia, ordering his arrest and asset forfeiture after a $24.6 million corruption conviction.

Citylink Africa Airways receiving thanks and appreciation from its passengers for a safe and smooth landing in Yei

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.

SLPHA chief urges African ports to embrace AI and cybersecurity

Orange Sierra Leone takes mental health advocacy to the streets and workplace

Orange Sierra Leone partnered with the Ministry of Health to promote mental health awareness, challenge stigma and support employee wellbeing through community outreach, workplace sensitisation and sponsorship of the 2026 National Mental Health Symposium.

Explainer: How e-visa revenue reconciliation works in Sierra Leone and what the Auditor-General’s reports reveal

Sierra Leone’s 2023 and 2024 Auditor-General’s reports identified gaps in e-visa revenue records and reconciliation, raising questions about financial accountability while stopping short of proving any misappropriation.

Orange Sierra Leone Celebrates Customers During 2026 Service Week

Orange Sierra Leone marked Customer Service Week 2026 by rewarding loyal customers, engaging communities and renewing its commitment to improving customer experience and service delivery.

Four officials suspended for alleged visa fraud, case referred to ACC

Four senior officials have been suspended and referred to the ACC for further investigation following an internal probe into allegations of visa fraud by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.

SLPHA chief urges African ports to embrace AI and cybersecurity

Orange Sierra Leone takes mental health advocacy to the streets and workplace

Explainer: How e-visa revenue reconciliation works in Sierra Leone and what the Auditor-General’s reports reveal

Orange Sierra Leone Celebrates Customers During 2026 Service Week

Four officials suspended for alleged visa fraud, case referred to ACC

Google triggers alert after Ghana, Sierra Leone and American Samoa domain registries hijacked

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