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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.

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.

3 dead, hundreds displaced as severe flooding hits Freetown

August 5, 2026

Three members of the same family have died after torrential rains triggered a deadly wall collapse and widespread flooding across Freetown. Two children are reported missing.

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.

Government drops treason charges against ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma

July 14, 2026

The government of Sierra Leone has formally withdrawn all treason charges against former President Ernest Bai Koroma under Section 45 of the Criminal Procedure Act, 2024, clearing the way for his return to the country after completing his medical treatment in Nigeria.

Statistics Sierra Leone trains enumerators for mock census

Stats SL completes training of enumerators for mock census in July

July 13, 2026

Statistics Sierra Leone has completed the training of enumerators ahead of a two-week mock census in six districts. The simulation exercise is conducted in readiness of the national population and housing census scheduled to take place in December 2026.

Low household income, not food prices, is Sierra Leone’s real economic battle, says VP Juldeh Jalloh

June 22, 2026

Speaking to a packed hall of Sierra Leoneans in London, Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh says while government interventions have stabilized food prices, the country's deepest economic hurdle is the lack of purchasing power and low household incomes.

Sierra Leone Ministry of Finance and an IMF technical mission met in Freetown to discuss the country's access to climate financing under the RSF

IMF approves new $211 million climate funding for Sierra Leone

June 19, 2026

The IMF has approved a new $211 million climate financing for Sierra Leone, including the immediate disbursement of $31.7 million under the country’s ECF programme. While praising recent economic reforms, the IMF warned that high debt levels, low foreign exchange reserves, and global uncertainties continue to pose significant risks to the country's economic outlook.

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

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Auditor General charges new recruits to uphold integrity in service

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

Orange Sierra Leone joins national push to tackle mobile fraud

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

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

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Auditor General charges new recruits to uphold integrity in service

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

Government drops treason charges against ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma

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