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Google triggers alert after Ghana, Sierra Leone and American Samoa domain registries hijacked

October 7, 2026

According to Google, the security breach exposed domains under the .gh, .sl, and .as extensions to potential DNS manipulation and illicit certificate generation during the period, though not all sites using these top-level domains were compromised.

Mike Johnson crowned national Esports champion

September 10, 2026

Mike Dudley Johnson has emerged as the 2026 Africell Sierra Leone national Esports gaming champion after defeating Samuel Jobe in the national final. Johnson, Jobe and James Sawyer will represent Sierra Leone in Angola.

Young Innovators Showcase Creativity at Orange Foundation Next Gen Camp

August 31, 2026

From coding games and building websites to designing rainwater filters and self-watering flower vases, children from 7-15 years showcased their digital creativity and problem-solving skills at the Orange Foundation’s Next Gen Summer Camp in Freetown.

MobiCare earns top innovation award for helping patients find medicines

August 7, 2026

A mobile app designed to help patients quickly locate life-saving medicines has emerged as the winner of the 2026 Orange Social Venture Prize (OSVP), beating seven other finalists selected from 138 entries nationwide. As Orange Sierra Leone celebrated seven years of investing in homegrown innovation, the competition showcased how young entrepreneurs are using technology to tackle healthcare, agriculture and other pressing development challenges.

From Idea to Impact: How OSVP transformed one innovator’s journey

May 15, 2026

Edward Kamara, 2025 Orange Social Venture Prize winner, shares how his startup MiBuks was transformed by that singular opportunity and calls on young Sierra Leonean innovators to apply for the 2026 edition.

Tech queen Richlyn Turay urges young women to seize OSVP 2026

May 12, 2026

Crowned Tech Queen of OSVP 2025, Richlyn Turay shares how she transformed an idea into a digital education platform called Smart College, encouraging young Sierra Leonean women to take their chances in this year’s Orange Social Venture Prize competition, assuring them of mentorship, funding, and innovation support.

Digital Innovation Expands Opportunities as Sierra Leone’s Tech Ecosystem Grows

April 21, 2026

Sierra Leone’s technology sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by innovation and increased investment in digital infrastructure. Startups and tech entrepreneurs are developing solutions that address local challenges and create new economic opportunities. The rise of mobile technology has played a significant role in this transformation. Digital payment systems, online marketplaces, and mobile applications are...

Africell introduces SIM-based child online protection service Kidzonet

January 8, 2026

Africell Sierra Leone on Wednesday launched Kidzonet, a SIM-based child online protection service designed to help children access the internet safely while limiting exposure to harmful and age-inappropriate content. Kidzonet operates directly at the SIM level, requiring no mobile applications or complex device configurations. Parents and guardians can activate the service easily, ensuring protection across...

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.

SLPHA chief urges African ports to embrace AI and cybersecurity

Orange Sierra Leone takes mental health advocacy to the streets and workplace

Explainer: How e-visa revenue reconciliation works in Sierra Leone and what the Auditor-General’s reports reveal

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

Google triggers alert after Ghana, Sierra Leone and American Samoa domain registries hijacked

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