Sierra Leone Immigration Department officers stand during the launch of a decentralization initiative in Freetown as the government intensifies immigration enforcement and inspections targeting foreign nationals without valid work and residence permits.

Sierra Leone begins immigration crackdown June 1

May 27, 2026

A government task force will begin nationwide inspections on June 1 targeting foreign nationals living and working in Sierra Leone without valid residence and work permits. The move comes as authorities intensify enforcement of immigration laws following the end of a 90-day grace period.

EU Ambassador to Sierra Leone Jacek Jankowski making a statement during a press launch of EU-Sierra Leone jubilee anniversary.

EU Ambassador calls for swift extradition of Dutch cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers

May 22, 2026

The European Union Ambassador to Sierra Leone has called for the urgent extradition of convicted Dutch drug trafficker Jos Leijdekkers, warning that the high-profile case is damaging Sierra Leone’s international reputation and raising concerns over the country’s commitment to combating transnational organised crime.

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Sierra Leone confirms measles outbreak with 41 cases recorded so far

May 14, 2026

Health authorities confirm 41 measles cases across Sierra Leone, with Freetown hardest hit. Officials urge vigilance, vaccination, and early reporting as response teams intensify containment efforts.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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