In a significant development for infrastructure in Sierra Leone, a Chinese firm has stepped forward to contribute its expertise and resources to the construction of a $1.5 billion bridge. This collaboration marks a crucial milestone in fostering international partnerships for development and underscores China’s growing role in supporting infrastructure projects across the African continent. The […]
Sierra Leonean President Julius Bio made a significant announcement on Saturday, revealing that investigations into the deadly clashes that occurred on November 26th have unequivocally identified the events as an “attempted coup.” In a national address, President Bio stated, “Investigations conducted so far by our security and intelligence community strongly indicate that the November 26 […]
Fellow Sierra Leoneans, I bring you greetings from the Presidential Lodge in Freetown. In the early hours of this morning, there was a breach of security at the Military Barracks at Wilberforce in Freetown, as some unidentified individuals attacked the military armoury. However, they were repelled by our gallant Security Forces and calm has been […]
Sierra Leone, a nation once known for its post-civil war recovery and strides towards stability, is now grappling with a new crisis. In response to the recent attempt to breach the military armory at Wilberforce barracks, the Sierra Leonean government, through the Ministry of Information and Civic Education, has imposed a nationwide curfew. The move […]
In a shocking turn of events, Sierra Leone is grappling with a dire situation as reports emerge of a prison break and intense gunfire in the capital, Freetown. The central Pademba Road prison, previously thought to be impenetrable, has been breached, unleashing chaos upon the city. The unfolding events are sending shockwaves through the nation, […]
In 2020, Sierra Leone President Maada Bio took a bold step by issuing a travel ban on former President Ernest Bai Koroma and 120 others over allegations of corruption and economic malfeasance during his time in office. This move, supported by a detailed White Paper, marked a significant effort towards accountability and transparency in governance. […]
As Liberia anticipates the inauguration of President-elect Amb. Joseph Nyumah Boakai, there is a palpable sense of hope among citizens that he might emulate the actions of Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio in combating corruption and recovering ill-gotten wealth from the previous administration. Drawing parallels with President Julius Maada Bio’s first term in Sierra […]