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

October 13, 2026

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.

WFP breaks ground for infant food processing facility in Bombali

October 7, 2026

Financed through an €11.5 million EU grant, the SAVING initiative is set to refine nearly 200 metric tonnes of specialized infant nutrition annually. Featuring modern automated packaging, strict food safety protocols, and standalone solar-powered energy and water systems, the broader program will extend direct benefits to over 25,000 individuals, including local farmers.

EU clarifies €18m aid to Sierra Leone is ‘under assessment’

October 3, 2026

In a formal response to Fritong Post, the European Commission said that the €18 million EU budget support to Sierra Leone for 2026 is 'currently under assessment' and that no disbursement is planned, while stressing that the EU is seriously concerned about drug trafficking and organised crime in Sierra Leone and the wider region.

Ambassador Tamba Lamina, Sierra Leone's Minister of Local Government and Community Affairs, whose ministry is overseeing the new administrative districts and Freetown split.

Government creates new districts and localities ahead of planned census

October 3, 2026

The SLPP has initiated a major restructuring of the country's local government landscape, creating new districts in its southeastern stronghold while splitting Freetown and the western rural area into several localities. While officials cite improved public service delivery, opposition figures denounce it as political gerrymandering amid a worsening funding crisis for existing local councils.

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.

Infographic showing the estimated US$37 million cost of Sierra Leone's 2026 Population and Housing Census, Government's US$24 million commitment, approximately US$15 million disbursed, development partners' US$1.5 million commitment and an estimated US$11.5 million financing gap.

Sierra Leone’s 2026 census faces $11.5m funding gap

September 11, 2026

President Julius Maada Bio has called for an urgent financing and disbursement plan to close an $11.5m funding gap for Sierra Leone’s upcoming census in December.

President Bio, Ernest Koroma renew calls for peace and national unity

September 7, 2026

Ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma has returned home after more than two years in Nigeria, following the withdrawal of treason charges linked to the November 2023 attempted coup. His return was marked by a meeting with President Julius Maada Bio at State House, as both leaders renewed calls for peace, reconciliation and national cohesion.

Former ECOWAS speaker requests probe into visa fraud

Former ECOWAS speaker requests probe into alleged visa fraud

September 7, 2026

Foreign Affairs Ministry is investigating allegations of visa fraud following the U.S. Embassy’s denial of a visa to former ECOWAS speaker over concerns linked to a former executive assistant who travelled to the U.S. but failed to return.

Auditor General charges new recruits to uphold integrity in public service

Auditor General charges new recruits to uphold integrity in service

August 21, 2026

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.

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.

SLPHA chief urges African ports to embrace AI and cybersecurity

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.

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.

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