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Sierra Leone drops 23 places in World Press Freedom Index

May 4, 2026

Sierra Leone has fallen 23 places to 79th in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, with RSF citing rising press freedom violations, restricted access to information, and growing digital threats. Journalists continue to face harassment, legal risks, and election-related violence, prompting SLAJ to call for stronger constitutional protections for media freedom.

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.

Emerging Trends and Uncovered Stories Highlight the Changing Landscape of Global News

April 21, 2026

In an increasingly interconnected world, not all important stories fall neatly into traditional categories such as politics, business, or technology. Many developments span multiple sectors or represent emerging trends that are still evolving. These “other” stories often provide unique insights into the broader dynamics shaping societies and economies. Across Sierra Leone and beyond, communities are...

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in the country must now obtain valid biometric residence and work permits, as the old paper-based documentation is no longer valid.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...

Orange’s NLe1.8m health aid brings fresh hope to rural mothers in Wai

April 1, 2026

Orange Sierra Leone has invested NLe1.8 million in a new ultra-modern health centre in Wai, Pujehun district. The upgraded facility expands access to maternal and child healthcare, emergency services, and life-saving treatment, offering renewed hope for rural communities and strengthening efforts to reduce maternal and child mortality in Sierra Leone.

Government drops treason charges against ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma

The government of Sierra Leone has formally withdrawn all treason charges against former President Ernest Bai Koroma under Section 45 of the Criminal Procedure Act, 2024, clearing the way for his return to the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

Stats SL completes training of enumerators for mock census in July

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.

Orange Foundation donates digital school kits to Rural Primary School in York village

Orange Foundation has donated digital learning kits to the Rural Education Community Primary School in York, expanding its digital school kit initiative which now benefits over 30,000 pupils across six districts in Sierra Leone.

CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks over regulatory breach

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.

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

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.

Government drops treason charges against ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma

Stats SL completes training of enumerators for mock census in July

Orange Foundation donates digital school kits to Rural Primary School in York village

CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks over regulatory breach

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

Sierratel resumes commercial operations, launches GSM service

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Government drops treason charges against ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma

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

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