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Constitution Amendment Bill faces strong rejection after being passed without two-thirds majority

August 18, 2026

The bill is facing strong criticism from the opposition, religious leaders, civil society organisations and the Labour Congress over concerns that it was passed without meeting the constitutionally required two-thirds majority.

Parliament passes Constitutional Amendment Bill amid dispute over over two thirds majority

Parliament passes Constitutional Amendment Bill amid dispute over two-thirds majority

August 10, 2026

Sierra Leone’s parliament passed a Constitutional Amendment Bill on Monday after a heated dispute over the required two-thirds majority saw opposition MPs walk out of the chamber. The bill introduces major electoral changes, including proportional representation and new presidential thresholds.

Sierra Leone lawmakers to debate bill that seeks to amend electoral laws in the country's national constitution

Parliament set to debate bill that seeks to amend electoral laws

July 28, 2026

Parliament is set to debate the Constitutional Amendment Bill that proposes sweeping reforms to Sierra Leone's electoral system. The bill introduces measures on the appointment of electoral commissioners, women's political participation, independent presidential candidates and proportional representation system, setting the stage for a crucial decision that could redefine the country's democratic and electoral landscape.

Ibrahim Bangura unveils his vision for APC

Ibrahim Bangura unveils APC vision, says unity key to election victory

July 23, 2026

Leading APC flagbearer aspirant Dr. Ibrahim Bangura has unveiled a reform agenda anchored on unity, inclusivity and discipline, arguing that the party cannot return to power without respecting its constitution, embracing democratic values and healing internal divisions. His vision also promises greater opportunities for women, youth and grassroots members.

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.

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APC calls for laying of Tripartite Report in parliament

May 4, 2026

While announcing an end to its governance boycott, Sierra Leone’s main opposition party calls for the tabling of the Agreement for National Unity and the Tripartite Committee Report in parliament, stating that doing so would ensure compliance with their implementation. Additionally, the APC is advocating for the creation of a standing electoral committee, a move currently facing opposition from the ruling SLPP.

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.

Commonwealth leads mediation efforts to end political impasse in Sierra Leone

April 14, 2026

A high-level mission led by the Commonwealth, alongside the African Union, ECOWAS, and United Nations, is mediating talks in Sierra Leone to resolve tensions between the government and the All People’s Congress (APC). The intervention aims to end the opposition’s governance boycott, restore political dialogue, and advance electoral reforms under the Agreement for National Unity following the disputed 2023 elections.

Auditor General charges new recruits to uphold integrity in service

Auditor-General Abdul Aziz has called on 35 newly recruited personnel to uphold integrity while serving the people, stating that professional excellence is not an option for public servants.

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

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.

Orange Sierra Leone joins national push to tackle mobile fraud

Orange Sierra Leone joined regulators and industry players for a two-day stakeholders workshop to validate a national roadmap to combat mobile and digital fraud, a major step toward strengthening consumer protection and digital financial security.

Constitution Amendment Bill faces strong rejection after being passed without two-thirds majority

The Greatest Battle You’ll Ever Fight Is Against Your Own Emotions

Mastering your emotions may be the greatest battle you will ever fight—and win. In this thought-provoking piece, Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim Justice Ganawah explores how emotional discipline shapes our relationships, decisions, financial choices and ultimately our character. His message is simple but powerful: feelings deserve to be acknowledged, but they should never be allowed to take control of our lives.

Auditor General charges new recruits to uphold integrity in service

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Constitution Amendment Bill faces strong rejection after being passed without two-thirds majority

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Parliament passes Constitutional Amendment Bill amid dispute over two-thirds majority

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